Omar Brown

Fulfillment center and fulfillment houses are modern terms for an out-of-store packaging facility. The terms were coined around the mid-1990s, and “fullfillment house” is commonly used about an in-store packing department. These facilities fill orders for products that are ordered by customers at the store. The packaging is completed at the…[Read more]

Warehousing and distribution are one of the most competitive segments in the warehouse operations. The warehousing and distribution industry environment is extremely competitive and the steep competition present there gives no room for errors. In fact it is so much so that sometimes even the most experienced companies can’t keep a lid on costs.…[Read more]

Philadelphia 3PL is an organization dedicated to promoting the development of small businesses in the area. They do this by facilitating access to public information about small business in the area and connecting them with potential suppliers and customers. Philadelphia 3PL strives to keep its focus on the unique culture, history, and environment…[Read more]

Ecommerce fulfillment is the electronic process by which orders are picked, packed into appropriate boxes, and delivered to the customer. Just like traditional retail fulfillment, the ecommerce fulfillment process includes six fundamental components: Inventory Control. This is where suppliers get their stock directly from a provider who then ships…[Read more]

The B2B and B2C fulfillment may perplex you especially if you are new to both industries. You have probably heard those acronyms before and did not really understand how to distinguish them from each other. In the field of manufacturing, there is a vast difference in philosophy, policies, and operational procedures. Most manufacturers choose one…[Read more]