What to Look For in a 3PL Partner (ft. Kathleen Sullivan Garman‪)‬ LeaderShipping

Countless shippers use third-party logistics providers (3PLs). Their expertise in warehousing, packing, and shipping makes them great partners for eCommerce brands outgrowing the founder's garage, as well as enterprise-level shippers looking to diversify their network without building a facility of their own.

But do all these shippers find the right 3PL partner for them? 

In this episode of LeaderShipping, we're joined by Kathleen Sullivan Garman, founder and CEO of SullyGarman & Associates, to talk about why 3PLs are a great option for businesses looking to grow and scale operations, and how to know they're the right fit.

Main Topics:
- When a business should consider adding a 3PL, and when they should consider bringing fulfillment back in-house
- The steps to take when assessing potential 3PL partners
- Common mistakes made when choosing a 3PL
- How to proactively manage 3PL relationships

Other Resources:
- SullyGarman & Associates: https://sullygarman.com/
- Kathleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sullygarman/
- SullyGarman & Associates blog on finding 3PLs: https://sullygarman.com/how-to-find-a-new-3pl/
- 3PL rating rubric: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Czawh_2wh5PKJGNDpoACzQAT6GJJoTSIxNNjbUXOAQU/copy
- 3PL RFP scope document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13m8yDM7K0kgcWqg01Y6jM21TKroto3_nJR9yC5PgUs4/copy
- Caleb on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-nelson-57a2322/
- Sifted: https://sifted.com
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