On demand warehousing
When the world seems to change every minute, logistics must keep up. E-commerce is changing at a rapid pace leading to new challenges and opportunities. This requires different solutions that can handle the fast pace. On-demand warehousing is one of these solutions. But what is it and why choose on-demand warehousing?
On-demand warehousing can be compared to platforms like Airbnb and Uber. It is an online platform where users can access the network of storage providers to access storage when needed. This way, companies with available space can find companies that need additional storage space. Where you would normally have to deal with long-term contracts or other commitments, on-demand warehousing offers the opportunity to be flexible and lease on short notice. So with the pay-per-use model, you only pay for the space and services you use.
The benefits of on-demand warehousing:
- Provides flexibility through seasonal changes in inventory needs, product promotions, same/next-day delivery, new products and more
- On-demand storage can be a huge advantage for small and/or growing retailers
- Warehouse suppliers can ship the order immediately
- It benefits the fulfillment process
The disadvantages of on-demand warehousing:
- Not every company has enough staff and technology to operate at this level of demand
- Not every company has the knowledge required for the product to be stored.
In short, on-demand warehousing fulfills short-term needs and is flexible, allowing your company to save money, scale fulfillment services to accommodate growth and eliminate the need for an in-house warehouse or fulfillment system. Newcorp Logistics is the partner for all your supply chain operations. We help you with fluctuating demand and focus on different product categories. Feel free to ask us about on-demand warehousing options!
