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3 Different Ways to Cover Your Last-Mile Fulfillment Needs Let’s take a closer look at three different ways you can optimize your last-mile fulfillment needs: Have your own center Outsource with a third-party logistics provider Use the hybrid model 1. Having Your Own Center There are a few different ways to cover your last-mile fulfillment needs. One way is to have your own place. Many new businesses are setting up micro warehouses, or micro fulfillment centers closer to where their customers live. This was first done by Amazon when they launched their two-hour delivery service. Putting the most popular items close to urban centers means a faster, more effortless delivery experience and higher customer satisfaction. But it’s really up to the company to decide what works best for them to meet customer demands. 2. Outsourcing with a 3PL The logistics industry is a popular choice for businesses looking to outsource their last-mile fulfillment needs. We can provide you with the space and expertise needed while also helping improve customer satisfaction. Plus, 3PLs provide real-time inventory management and better shipping rates. A centralized system for last-mile fulfillment that integrates multiple channels is very useful in tracking orders and providing holistic customer service – it’s like having one integrated team with all the power. They can also scale up or down as needed, lowering costs during slower periods. Find out how 3PLs make reverse logistics easier. 3. The Best of Both Worlds: Hybrid A new model that businesses are using is the hybrid model. It uses various delivery methods, including insourcing, gig and crowdsourced drivers, and third-party logistics providers. This system relies heavily on transportation management systems (TMS), which help them plan routes and avoid traffic congestion as well as other software functionality like last-mile delivery tracking. Although using multiple options is helpful, it’ll be hard to manage all the different options and make sure they meet customer needs.

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