With the transportation department being the popular place to cut when firms start downsizing, the 3PL becomes an integral part of the supply chain.  There are many benefits to a shipper that 3PL’s like Priority-1, Inc. in Little Rock, AR can provide.

1. Purchasing Power-Small to medium size companies can participate in the buying group structure much like an individual that is a member of a Sam’s Club enjoys.  An added benefit of using Priority-1 as your 3^rd party provider is that Priority-1 does not charge an annual membership fee to participate in their services.
2. Invoicing-The customer’s invoices originate from a single source.  A benefit that streamlines the audit and payment process, while having access to a large number of LTL carriers at your disposal to service your customers that may be located regionally or nationwide.
3. Software Platform-Successful 3PL’s invest in software that is easy to use and provide detailed shipment information through its reporting functions.  A customer can receive quotes, create bills of lading, and trace their shipments in one location.  This function eliminates the need to deal directly with carriers and their individual websites.

The above items are just a few of the benefits of using a 3PL.  Priority-1, Inc. is a 3PL provider that offers these services and more to assist in the supply chain of your business