Before uniting your organization’s logistics efforts with that of a new third-party logistics provider (3PL), it’s vital that members of your entire company recognize the beneficial—but sometimes big—changes that can take place. There are certain habits your team members must practice after you implement an accompanying transportation management system (TMS), but the first step in allowing structural supply chain additions is partnering with that new 3PL and getting used to the ways in which they help you shake loose negative habits and adopt positive ones. Here’s how you can prepare your team for a 3PL partnership, assuming that the prospective 3PL will provide you with superior technology and services.
The short answer is yes. Once carriers work with your 3PL to set custom pricing, additional carriers might come with a learning curve; underperformance for the first few months is common because of the late shipments and missed pickups that enhanced visibility naturally brings to light. Carriers will need to take time to readjust or build up their own operating procedures so they can meet a new standard of performance and provide your account the best service possible.
If you need more information on what 3PL and TMS integration entails, schedule a free 30-minute consultation with Translogistics to receive expert feedback on the state of your supply chain and how together these tools serve as a unique total solution.
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