Harnessing the power of Amazon FBA and 3PL logistics services gives individuals the resources needed to create a million-dollar business without any upfront investment.
Amazon and 3PL logistics have completely disrupted and changed the way we do business. In the past, businesses would need a brick-and-mortar store plus massive in-house logistics operations to serve customers across the country.
Now, with Amazon serving as your storefront, and 3PL logistics providers handling inventory, packaging, and delivery, all you need to do is find the right product and you can start a business.
The Critical Role of 3PL Services
Selling on Amazon is not a new business tactic. However, FBA, or Fulfillment by Amazon, has shifted the way the process works. Before, when someone purchased a product through Amazon, the individual would have to fulfill the order themselves.
This changed in 2006 when Amazon launched FBA. With Amazon FBA, sellers are no longer responsible for the handling and shipping of orders. Instead, they ship a large volume of products to an Amazon warehouse. From there, Amazon manages each delivery and can offer same-day shipping for Amazon Prime Customers.
Where 3PL services come into play and have become crucial, is in storing goods from overseas supplies, packaging them according to FBA specifics, and delivering them to specific warehouses across North America.
Because of these changes, it has never been easier to sell on Amazon. All you need to do is find a product, have a bulk shipment sent to a 3PL provider, and then have them process, inspect, re-package, and ship the goods to Amazon. From there, the goods are delivered directly to your consumers without you having to lift a finger.
For over 30 years, 18 Wheels Logistics has strived to be the most customer-centric trucking, warehousing, and logistics company around.
Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, 18 Wheels relies on experience and integrity to make customers happy and remain on the cutting edge of shipping and logistics management.
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