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The global health and beauty industry is forecasted to hit $464B in sales by 2027. A market-driven business whose bottom line is directly affected by consumer demand, the storage and logistics of health and beauty products requires a distribution facility and sophisticated supply that that is flexible, adaptalbe, and equiped with the right technology.  Here are 6 things to consider when looking t...

Conventional wisdom says “don’t put all your eggs in one basket,” implying that it’s risky and unnerving to rely on just one solution. In the logistics industry, however, you can realize operational efficiencies and cost controls by working with one third-party logistics (3PL) provider. Leaning on one 3PL to manage your supply chain ensures clear communication and seamless operation from one segme...

There are many options to consider when outsourcing warehousing and distribution to a third-party logistics provider (3PL). One factor is to determine whether a dedicated (single client) or a shared warehouse (multiple clients in one distribution center) is right for your business. In the simplest terms, a dedicated warehouse (also referred to as a contract warehouse or contract warehousing) refe...

Recently, customer requirements have become increasingly more challenging, particularly due to their experiences with same-day or next day deliveries of packages to their homes. In response to ever-changing customer expectations, shippers are seeking any potential method that may improve the speed-to-market and accuracy of their shipments—all while controlling costs in their supply chain To meet...

Columbus, OH. April 29, 2022 - ODW Logistics was selected as a 2022 Top Freight Brokerage, Dry Storage, and Refrigerated Warehousing provider by Transport Topics. Transport Topics is the nation's logistics and trucking news leader. Every year Transport Topics ranks 3PLs and Freight Brokerage companies across a variety of logistics categories. ODW Logistics has been a consistent representative in...