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What are the reasons that can push a company to request warehousing services?

The main reasons are linked to having a warehouse with products always available, satisfying the temporary request for an increase in stocks, or the need to outsource a service that would otherwise be too expensive. 

Whatever the specific needs of the company, the warehousing services offered by ISS Palumbo are the result of years of experience in the international logistics sector.

This is why we can guarantee an accurate, professional and safe service in the storage of goods in our warehouses.

In this article we take a closer look at how warehouse management works, what warehousing services are and why your company might need them.

Warehousing: definition

The first thing we need to do is define warehousing.

Goods warehousing indicates a storage service for products of any type.

This term indicates a fundamental element in the management of company goods and resources. Giving a definition of warehousing means understanding the process of organisation, storage and movement of goods.

However, thanks to the adoption of advanced technologies, this definition is constantly evolving. Think for example of IoT and automation, which aim to further improve efficiency and precision in inventory management.

The purpose of the warehousing services is to:

• ensure efficient inventory management;

• optimise space;

• facilitate the rapid distribution of products.

The operational success of a company also depends on a well-designed warehouse, which helps reduce costs and delivery times. For this reason, every company should know this type of service in detail.

Types of storage

Self Storage

In self-storage the customer has one or more boxes available within which he can place his goods.

This type of storage is truly do-it-yourself, in which the person can do everything themselves and access it whenever they want. However, with this service the customer loses the typical conveniences of standard warehousing, such as the possibility of collection, delivery or safe packaging of the goods.

Furniture Storage

It represents the most common warehousing service. When a person decides to store a certain amount of furniture, he can rely on a warehousing company and entrust his goods to them.

Warehousing for third parties

In management for third parties, the use of sophisticated management software is the fulcrum of this service. These tools automate and streamline operations from receiving to shipping, simplifying inventory tracking and management.

The precision and timeliness of the information allows efficient control over the stock of goods, reducing errors and improving transparency. 

Below are the fundamental moments of third-party warehousing:

• Complete management of warehouses and transport;

• Complete management of related documentation;

• Safety and protection of the entrusted goods;

• Warehouse inventory;

• Receipt of goods with any type of packaging (for example containers, pallets, cartons);

• Labelling of goods for recognition.

In this context, the technology-based approach is crucial to address the challenges of warehouse management, ensuring smooth operational flow and optimal customer satisfaction.

3PL Logistics: definition and advantages

Third-party logistics (3PL) is a business approach in which logistics activities, such as warehouse management, transportation and distribution, are outsourced to specialised partners instead of being managed internally.

This model offers numerous advantages to companies:

• focus on core competencies, optimising resources and improving overall efficiency;

• reduction of operating costs: companies can avoid investments and charges associated with the direct management of logistics;

• access to specialised skills in the logistics sector guarantees a high level of professionalism;

• operational flexibility allows you to quickly adapt to fluctuations in demand, while the use of consolidated distribution networks improves delivery times.

To learn more about this topic you can read the article Third-party logistics: what it is and how it works.

Warehousing services: who needs them

Warehousing logistics offers multiple advantages to companies.

In particular, companies that manage large volumes of goods find it advantageous to outsource warehouse management. Furthermore, the e-commerce, distribution and retail sectors can also benefit a lot.

Growing companies want to focus on their core business, aiming to reduce the operational burden of logistics and inventory management. By relying on a company specialised in warehouse logistics such as ISS Palumbo, it is possible to benefit from the flexibility and efficiency offered by third-party warehousing services.

In conclusion, the decision to outsource logistics is an important issue for many companies and can have significant impacts on operational efficiency, costs and customer satisfaction.

Warehousing services: rely on ISS Palumbo

ISS Palumbo’s experience in the integrated logistics sector has helped the company position itself as a reliable service provider in various prestigious industrial contexts.

The flexible approach adopted by ISS Palumbo allows it to adapt to the specific needs of each customer, offering tailor-made solutions for the efficient management of supply chains, goods movement and other integrated logistics services.

The long history of success testifies to the continuous commitment to satisfying the most complex business needs.

Here are some of our services:

• internal movements

• warehouse management

• box & packaging

• markings

• extra activities specific to each business

• preparation for shipment

For more information contact us at email info@iss-palumbo.com