Katie Rainville, Author at Elite Warehousing and Fulfillment

Differentiating Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Packaging in Logistics

by Katie Rainville | May 3, 2023 | Fulfillment, Logistics, Packaging, Warehousing

Packaging is often overlooked as a minor aspect of logistics, but it plays a paramount role in ensuring products arrive in good condition. Three major types of packaging exist, and understanding each is critical to a successful logistics operation. This blog post...

The Differences Between Kitting, Packaging or Co-Packaging, and Light Manufacturing in a 3PL Warehouse Facility

by Katie Rainville | Apr 19, 2023 | Warehousing

When it comes to warehousing, fulfillment and logistics, there are a variety of different terms that are used to describe the various processes that take place in these facilities. Three of the most common terms you’ll hear are “kitting”,...

Order Fulfillment vs Specialized Bulk Value-Added Product Fulfillment, Distribution, Warehousing and Logistics

by Katie Rainville | Apr 5, 2023 | Fulfillment, Logistics, Product Distribution, Warehousing

Most fulfillment companies and Third Party Logistics, or 3PLs, are focused on order fulfillment. This focus encompasses receiving individual orders, generally for e-commerce transactions, picking a specific set of items as specified on the individual order, packing...