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What is a 3PL?

What is a 3PL?

Third Party Logistics provider

Third Party Logistics provider. Originally a military term, a third-party logistics company provides outsourced logistics services. 3PL’s may manage anything from distribution, movement of resources, or fulfillment. Fulfyld is a 3PL specializing in fulfillment for companies that sell direct to consumer (e-commerce). 

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 3PL stand for?
3PL stands for Third Party Logistics provider. Originally a military term, a third-party logistics company provides outsourced logistics services.
What services can a 3PL provide?
3PLs may manage anything from distribution, movement of resources, or fulfillment depending on the company's needs.
What does Fulfyld specialize in?
Fulfyld is a 3PL specializing in fulfillment for companies that sell direct to consumer, particularly e-commerce businesses.
Why would a company use a 3PL?
Companies use 3PLs to outsource their logistics services, allowing them to focus on their core business while delegating distribution, resource movement, and fulfillment operations to specialized providers.

About the author

JH
VP of Operations, Fulfyld

Justin Holland is VP of Operations at Fulfyld, where he leads 3PL and eCommerce fulfillment operations. He brings Fortune 500 trucking and logistics experience to how Fulfyld picks, packs, and ships for growing DTC and CPG brands.

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