Author: Stu Spikerman

Maximize Your Business Growth with FTZ Fulfillment: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding FTZ Fulfillment FTZ fulfillment is a critical service that helps businesses optimize their supply chain and reduce costs. For over 35 years, I’ve been running a 3PL business with Foreign Trade Zone services, and I can confidently say that leveraging FTZs has been a game changer. By allowing goods to move in and out […]

Logistics Outsourcing: Streamlining Your Supply Chain with Expert Help

What is Logistics Outsourcing? Logistics outsourcing, simply put, is the process of hiring a third-party logistics provider (3PL) to manage and oversee various aspects of your supply chain. This can include anything from transportation, warehousing, and inventory management, to more specialized services like reverse logistics and customer support. For a company like Tri-Link FTZ, with […]

The Ultimate Guide to 3PL Providers: How to Streamline Supply Chain Operations and Boost Efficiency

What are 3PL Providers? As a business owner with over 35 years of experience in logistics and operating within Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ), I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of working with 3PL providers. Third-party logistics providers, or 3PL providers, are companies that manage various aspects of supply chain operations, such as warehousing, transportation, and […]

The Benefits of Third-Party Logistics (3PL) for Streamlining Supply Chain Operations

What is Third-Party Logistics (3PL)? As a business owner in the logistics industry for over 35 years, I can confidently say that third-party logistics (3PL) has revolutionized the way companies manage their supply chain. Simply put, 3PL refers to the outsourcing of logistics services, such as warehousing, shipping, and inventory management, to a specialized provider. […]

Supply Chain Management: The Key to Efficient Global Trade

What Is Supply Chain Management? Supply chain management (SCM) is the process of overseeing and optimizing all activities that turn raw materials into finished products and deliver them to the customer. As a business owner in the 3PL and Foreign Trade Zone space for over 35 years, I’ve seen firsthand how critical supply chain management […]

Packing and Crating Services: Ensuring Safe and Efficient Shipping

What is Packing and Crating? Packing and crating refers to the process of securely wrapping and encasing goods in specialized containers to ensure their safety during shipping. This process is crucial, particularly for fragile or high-value items, as it prevents damage caused by the harsh conditions often encountered during transit.  As someone with 35 years […]

Maximizing Business Success with Efficient Distribution Services: A Guide to Streamlined Supply Chain Management

Understanding Distribution Services In my 35 years of experience in the 3PL and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) industry, I’ve seen firsthand how distribution services play a pivotal role in the success of businesses. Distribution services refer to the processes involved in moving goods from the manufacturer to the final customer. This includes everything from warehousing […]

Mastering Inventory Management: Essential Strategies for Optimizing Your Business Operation

What is Inventory Management? As someone who has spent over 35 years in the 3PL and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) business, I’ve seen firsthand how critical inventory management is to the success of any company. Simply put, inventory management is the practice of overseeing and controlling the ordering, storage, and use of a company’s inventory. […]

Comprehensive Guide to Warehouse Logistics: Optimizing Operations, Reducing Costs, and Enhancing Efficiency

What is Warehouse Logistics? Warehouse logistics refers to the planning, operation, and management of goods within a warehouse to achieve business objectives. It includes organizing complex operations to maximize efficiency in storing, packing, and shipping goods. As a 3PL and Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) professional with over 35 years of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how […]

EPA Approved Warehouse & 3PL Offers All The Benefits Of A FTZ

After months of negotiation, Tri-Link, the Foreign Trade Zone experts, has received approval from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to allow importing, storing, and re-certifying of any goods still in containers in its 3PL warehouses located in Los Angeles, Miami and New York. Tri-Link becomes the first EPA approved 3PL FTZ This is incredible news […]