3PL (Third-Party Logistics) warehousing refers to outsourcing storage and fulfillment operations to a specialized logistics provider instead of using an in-house warehouse.
A public warehouse is a shared space facility serving multiple clients, while a dedicated warehouse (or contract warehouse) is exclusively managed for a single customer under a specific agreement.
A managed facility is a client-owned warehouse where a logistics provider takes over operations under a cost-plus model to improve efficiency.
A customs bonded facility is a secured warehouse where imported goods can be stored without paying duties for up to five years.
An SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) is a unique identifier, often alphanumeric, used to track inventory items.
A UPC (Universal Product Code) is a standardized barcode used for tracking trade items across various retail channels.
Inventory turns measure how frequently inventory is sold and replaced within a given period, indicating supply chain efficiency.
Bulk storage stacks products on top of each other, while rack/bin storage places items in designated shelving or bins for better organization.
FIFO (First In, First Out) ships the oldest inventory first, while LIFO (Last In, First Out) prioritizes the newest stock for shipping.
Lot codes are unique identification numbers assigned to a specific batch of products from a manufacturer. They help track and manage products for quality control, recalls, and compliance.
Pick & pack is the process of selecting individual order components, packaging them, and preparing them for shipment.
Order processing involves receiving an order, verifying its details, and sending it to the warehouse for fulfillment and shipping.
DTC (Direct-to-Consumer) shipping refers to delivering products directly from the warehouse to the customer, common in e-commerce.
Throughput measures the number of units moving in and out of a facility over a given time, indicating operational efficiency.
The VICS Bill of Lading is a standardized shipping document used primarily in general merchandise retail shipments.
Retail routing consists of specific shipping instructions required by retailers for incoming shipments. , eFulfill, Inc. offers temperature-controlled shipping for sensitive and perishable goods. Please contact our customer service team for more information.
Trans-loading involves unloading a shipment and immediately reloading it into another vehicle, while cross-docking is a similar process with minimal storage time.
Clamped freight refers to goods that require handling with a clamp forklift instead of traditional forks.
Reverse logistics covers all operations related to the return, reuse, recycling, or disposal of products.
OS&D stands for Over, Short, and Damage. It is the reporting process for damaged, missing, or excess freight within the warehouse or during transportation.
Value-added services include tasks like quality inspections, repackaging, adding promotional items, and product customization.
Assembly & kitting is the process of grouping individual products into a pre-packaged unit for shipment.
A WMS is software used to manage inventory, order processing, and fulfillment operations within a warehouse.
APIs enable applications to communicate in real-time, while EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) facilitates the structured exchange of business documents between partners.
Vendor compliance refers to the standards and requirements set by retailers to ensure suppliers deliver goods correctly and on time.