by Scott Frederick | Jan 6, 2026 | News
Why “more space” isn’t the goal—network flexibility is.
For Fortune 1000 manufacturers and distributors, warehousing is no longer just a place to store inventory. It’s a performance engine that influences service levels, cash flow, resiliency, and total landed cost. Yet many enterprises are facing the same constraints: labor pressures, rising customer expectations, shifting inventory strategies, and the need to respond quickly when demand or supply conditions change.
That’s why more organizations are turning to outsourced warehousing solutions—not simply to find capacity, but to gain flexible, scalable execution without taking on the fixed cost and complexity of expanding their internal footprint.
1) The market is shifting from “warehouses” to warehouse networks
Enterprise shippers are increasingly optimizing networks, not single buildings. The goal is to place inventory closer to demand, reduce transportation spend, shorten lead times, and build resilience into distribution—particularly during seasonal surges, promotions, port disruptions, and supplier variability.
In practice, that means many Fortune 1000 organizations are adding:
- Regional overflow capacity for peak periods
- Multi-node fulfillment to improve delivery performance
- Staging and transload options to reduce congestion and dwell time
- Flexible contract models that allow for volume swings
This is one reason 3PLs continue to grow in importance as companies outsource more operational complexity, including fulfillment and returns
Where Logistics Plus fits: Logistics Plus describes a North American warehousing network of over 11 million square feet (plus additional warehousing worldwide), designed to be “just the right size, in just the right place, for just the right length of time.”
2) Warehouse labor constraints are accelerating investment in process and technology
Even companies with strong operational discipline are finding that labor availability and cost can change the economics of in-house warehousing. That’s driving renewed emphasis on:
- Standardized processes
- Measurable KPIs and continuous improvement
- Modern labor management approaches
- Technology that makes operations less dependent on scarce labor
Industry outlook coverage continues to highlight labor tightness and efficiency pressure as drivers behind warehouse modernization and automation adoption.
Where Logistics Plus fits: For enterprise customers, the differentiator isn’t “can you warehouse product?”—it’s whether the 3PL can engineer consistent execution across multiple facilities while remaining responsive when requirements change.
3) WMS modernization is becoming a boardroom issue
Many enterprise shippers are discovering that their current WMS environment can’t keep up with new demands—especially in integration, visibility, and automation support. Industry reporting on “next-gen WMS” emphasizes scalability, adaptability, and readiness for AI/automation integrations as critical requirements.
What to ask a 3PL (enterprise-ready tech questions):
- Do your technology solutions integrate with our ERP, OMS, TMS, and carrier stack?
- Do you support EDI/API connections and customer-specific reporting?
- How do you handle inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and traceability?
- What visibility do we get (real-time dashboards, exception alerts, KPIs)?
Where Logistics Plus fits: In warehousing evaluations, LP’s value proposition is positioned as operations-first—solving warehousing challenges in “the real world,” supported by systems and reporting that match enterprise governance needs.
4) “Speed to deploy” is now a differentiator
Fortune 1000 logistics teams are increasingly measured on how quickly they can respond to disruption—without sacrificing compliance or performance. Outsourced warehousing solutions can support:
- Fast overflow capacity during peaks
- Contingency plans for supplier delays
- New product launches and promotions
- Market expansions and new customer onboarding
Where Logistics Plus fits: Logistics Plus can implement warehousing solutions quickly (engineering, labor, process, systems integration), not just offer a rate.
5) The best 3PL partners combine scale and agility
Enterprise shippers often feel stuck choosing between:
- Very large providers that can be slow, rigid, or standardized, and
- Smaller providers that are nimble but limited in network reach or capacity
A strong outsourced warehousing partner bridges that gap: enterprise-grade capability with a hands-on operating model.
Where Logistics Plus fits: The Logistics Plus North American footprint (11M+ sq ft) aligns with scaling expectations, while the company’s positioning emphasizes tailoring solutions to business needs and time horizons rather than forcing “one-size-fits-all” programs.
How to Choose an Outsourced Warehousing Partner
(Fortune 1000 Checklist)
- Network fit
- Do they have the facilities you need—now and in the future?
- Can they support multi-region distribution and growth?
- Operational capability
- Receiving, putaway, storage, pick/pack, outbound
- Cross-dock/transload
- Value-added services (labeling, kitting, light assembly)
- Returns processing (if needed)
- Governance and performance
- SLAs, KPIs, business reviews
- Inventory accuracy and cycle count programs
- Quality and compliance standards
- Technology integration
- WMS visibility and reporting
- ERP/OMS/TMS integration options
- Security posture and data reliability expectations (especially as AI and automation adoption grow)
- Commercial flexibility
- Scalability for peaks and promotions
- Contract structures that match volume reality
- Transparent cost drivers
Why Logistics Plus for Enterprise Warehousing?
Logistics Plus provides warehousing and distribution services across North America, with over 11 million square feet of commercial warehouse space, plus additional global facilities, supporting customers who need flexible solutions and real-world execution.
For Fortune 1000 manufacturers and distributors, the ideal outcome is not just outsourced storage—it’s a warehousing program that improves service, lowers total cost, and scales with business change.
If your organization is evaluating outsourced warehousing solutions—for overflow, regional distribution, fulfillment, or network resilience—Logistics Plus can help assess your requirements and recommend a right-sized program for the right locations and timelines.
Talk to our warehousing team to review your network needs and identify capacity options.
by Ryan Markiewicz | Dec 23, 2025 | News
Logistics Plus Brazil Achieves Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Accreditation
The accreditation recognizes Logistics Plus Brazil for meeting stringent international trade standards.
(Click to view the certificate)
ERIE, PA (December 23, 2025) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a global leader in transportation, logistics, and unique supply chain solutions, is proud to announce that Logistics Plus Brazil has been officially accredited as an Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) under Brazil’s Authorized Economic Operator (Operador Econômico Autorizado – OEA) Program.
The accreditation, issued by Brazil’s Special Secretariat of the Federal Revenue, recognizes Logistics Plus Brazil (LP Brazil) for meeting stringent international standards related to supply chain security, regulatory compliance, risk management, and operational reliability. The certification was granted on December 19, 2025, and is valid for an indefinite period.
The Brazilian AEO Program is part of a global framework promoted by the World Customs Organization (WCO) to strengthen supply chain security while facilitating legitimate trade. Companies granted AEO status benefit from simplified customs procedures, reduced inspections, and faster clearance times — advantages that directly translate into greater efficiency and predictability for customers.
“This accreditation reinforces our long-term commitment to compliance, security, and operational excellence in Brazil,” said Frederico Resende, Managing Partner of LP Brazil. “As global supply chains continue to evolve, programs like AEO help ensure our customers benefit from smoother trade flows, reduced risk, and a higher level of trust when moving goods into and out of key international markets.”
LP Brazil operates as a full-service freight forwarder, supporting customers with international air and ocean freight, customs coordination, project cargo, and complex supply chain solutions throughout Brazil and the broader Latin American region. Achieving AEO status further strengthens the company’s ability to support multinational customers with compliant, resilient, and secure logistics operations.
The accreditation also aligns with broader global compliance initiatives at Logistics Plus, complementing similar trusted trader and security programs across other regions worldwide.
Visit br.logisticsplus.com to learn more about LP Brazil.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a 21st Century Logistics Company™. With annual global sales approaching $1 billion, Logistics Plus is a leading global provider of transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, logistics, project management, business intelligence, technology, and unique supply chain solutions. The company is recognized as one of the fastest-growing privately owned logistics companies, with a presence in over 50 countries worldwide. With its trademark Passion for Excellence™, Logistics Plus is consistently recognized as a great place to work and a top global logistics provider. Learn more at logisticsplus.com.
by Scott Frederick | Dec 22, 2025 | News
When the world changes… what matters most is how you deliver. In 2025, Logistics Plus delivered more than freight. We delivered moments… milestones… and missions that mattered. This year was about partnerships. Customers. Carriers. Teams. Communities. This is what we delivered together. Across the globe, our teams moved the extraordinary. From heavy industrial cargo… To complex project lifts… To time-critical deliveries that help rebuild communities. Each move planned, coordinated, and executed with one goal — to deliver it right.
Our growth in North America continues with the acquisition of Chicago-based Load Delivered Logistics, adding more phenomenal talent to our workplace and enhancing our transportation management solutions. 2025 also marked continued global growth… Welcoming new offices, new teams, and deeper local expertise in places like Chile, South Korea, Pakistan, and Spain, with expanded operations and capabilities in many other countries worldwide.
Now, as Logistics Plus enters its 30th year in business, we have over 1,400 employees serving thousands of customers in over fifty-five countries around the world. But one special delivery embodied everything we believe in. From West Point to Erie… A trophy representing grit, teamwork, dedication, and excellence… Trusted to our care. And delivered home — where a community gathered to celebrate what teamwork truly means. Because logistics is never just about cargo. It’s about people. The relationships we build. The communities we support. And the pride our teams bring to every single move.
As we close out 2025, we’re proud of what we’ve delivered… And even more excited for what’s ahead. Because when the world changes… Logistics Plus delivers.
Thank you for your support in 2025, and all the best in 2026!
by Scott Frederick | Dec 17, 2025 | News
The Weight of Greatness documentary, a Trench Life film presented by the Joe Moore Award, gives you a look at what it takes to move the biggest trophy in college sports…the Joe Moore Award. With the help of Logistics Plus, Aaron Taylor and the Joe Moore Award team pack up the trophy from Army, the recipient of the 2024 Joe Moore Award and move it to Erie, Pennsylvania before it makes its way to the 2025 winner. This is the first chapter in that story.
Learn more at logisticsplus.com/joemooreaward.
by Ryan Markiewicz | Dec 10, 2025 | News
Holiday Shipping & E-Commerce: What Shippers Need to Know
The holiday season is here, and with it comes one of the busiest shipping periods of the year. From Thanksgiving through Christmas, U.S. parcel carriers are projected to deliver over 2.3 billion packages, about a 5% increase compared to last year. That’s a lot of boxes moving through already-stretched-thin networks.
What’s driving the growth?
- An extra shopping day compared to 2024 is giving retailers a slight boost.
- E-commerce continues to dominate, with online holiday sales expected to rise 7%–9%.
- “Buy online, ship to home” remains the preferred gift-buying method, especially for last-minute shoppers.
For shippers, this means holiday surcharges, delivery cutoffs, and congestion are real concerns. If you’re shipping gifts or customer orders, plan early and communicate deadlines clearly.
Christmas Trees: Real vs. Artificial
The holiday centerpiece is changing. While U.S. households historically purchased 25–30 million real trees annually, a recent survey shows 83% of households will choose artificial trees this year. Why? Convenience, reusability, and cost-effectiveness are winning over tradition.
For those sticking with real trees, good news: 84% of growers do not plan to raise wholesale prices, keeping natural trees affordable despite inflationary pressures.
Holiday Spending Trends
Retail spending is expected to grow modestly, 2.3% to 3.3% compared to last year. E-commerce is the bright spot, with online sales projected to jump 7%–9%. This shift means retailers and small businesses must focus on:
- Clear shipping deadlines
- Transparent return policies
- Proactive customer communication
What This Means for Logistics
The surge in holiday shipping puts pressure on capacity, timing, and reliability. For businesses, this is the season to:
- Ship early to avoid delays and surcharges.
- Leverage logistics partners who can navigate carrier constraints.
- Optimize fulfillment strategies for speed and cost efficiency.
At Logistics Plus, we help businesses stay ahead of seasonal challenges with flexible solutions, global reach, and personalized service. Whether it’s parcel, freight, or last-mile delivery, we make sure your holiday logistics run smoothly so that you can focus on delighting customers.
Ready to Ship Smarter This Season?
Contact Logistics Plus today for customized shipping solutions that keep your business moving during the busiest time of the year.
by Ryan Markiewicz | Dec 5, 2025 | News
Jim Berlin, Founder and CEO of Logistics Plus (LP), was featured on the Business Spotlight program, which is produced in partnership with WPSE Money Radio. Business Spotlight is a monthly 30-minute program that airs regionally and streams globally.
In this special segment, Jim looks back on 2025, highlights the company’s growth and success, and discusses the challenges faced over the past year. He also shares insights into upcoming opportunities, what he expects in 2026 and beyond, and much more.
You can listen to a replay of the interview on the Logistics Plus Podcasts page or by clicking below on our LP Radio channel on Spotify.
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