Category: Third-Party Logistics (3PL)

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 […]