This column is part of The First 90 Days, a series about how to make 2025 a year of breakout growth for your business. There doesn’t appear to be much doubt that working with a 3PL offers advantages.

Editor’s Note: The SCM thesis Developing a Dynamic S&OP Process for Third-Party Logistics was authored by Richard A. Elmquist and Luis Dávila and supervised by Dr. Ilya Jackson ([email protected]) and ...

Establishing transparent and regular communication with third-party logistics (3PL) providers is crucial for long-term success. Brands should treat their 3PL as an integral part of their team to avoid ...