How to Make Shipping to Grocery Warehouses and Distribution Centers a Success
Shipping products to grocery warehouses and distribution centers (DCs) has always notoriously been one of the hardest aspects of supply chain management for both perishable brands and consumer packaged goods, especially at the less-than-truckload (LTL) level. The intricacies involved in moving freight efficiently into these facilities are often heightened by the perishable nature of grocery products and the strict requirements set by the industry. Grocery warehouses and DCs operate on tight schedules with specific delivery windows. Late deliveries can disrupt the entire supply chain, leading to potential stockouts on store shelves and dissatisfied customers. In addition, distributors have specific mode/carrier requirements and can even differ between different warehouses.
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