One of the most intricate aspects of operating a successful retail business is properly managing the retail distribution process. This process can include everything from pick-up of products from the manufacturer to storage, assembly and delivery. It can also include other aspects such as and take-down of displays, promotional signs and shelving.
While some companies choose to take on all aspects of this process in house, many find that it is more efficient, in terms of both time and money, to outsource some or all of the retail distribution process to companies that are experienced in handling these types of services.
For example, rather than owning a fleet of trucks and drivers to deliver products from the manufacturer to the warehouse and then to the final retail destination, companies like GFD Courier offer freight delivery services that can take care of the entire process, saving the company from having to own or rent vehicles, as well as having to hire staff to complete the task.
Similarly, a business may require the warehousing of products, with volumes that ebb and flow throughout the year. Owning or renting the space to handle these needs may be cost prohibitive, especially if the space is not needed on a regular basis because of dips in inventory levels at various times. Another detriment to this solution is that if a company is otherwise able to scale the business, current facilities may no longer be able to adequately meet storage needs, which can lead to complications.
There are countless ways to innovatively address aspects of the supply chain process, and meeting the needs of the business, the marketplace, demanding customers and more can be dealt with in a variety of ways. The key is to find the means of getting products to market in the most effective and efficient way, while also taking into account the cyclical nature, and therefore changeable needs, of certain businesses. Doing so will allow the business to scale as needed, or to not be saddled with expenses during downtimes in the business selling cycle.
Companies like GFD Courier offer a selection of solutions that can help businesses satisfy or improve every phase of the logistics process. In addition to our professional delivery services, which can move products across town or across the country, we also provide storage and warehousing solutions, as well as countless other add-on services, such as kitting, pick-and-pack services, display , inventory control, as well as product fulfillment and distribution. These retail distribution services can improve the workflow of businesses while also helping to add to the bottom line.
For more information about the retail distribution services offered by GFD Courier, call 212-349-3644 or 718-222-7444.
