What Are 3PL Warehousing Solutions?
3PL Warehousing Solutions are outsourced logistics services that cover receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and ship-out. First, we take in your stock at our dock. Next, we store, pick, and pack each order to your spec. So your brand ships fast without owning the space, the staff, or the gear.
Smart brands skip the cost of owning a warehouse. First, Piedmont Manufacturing Support delivers full 3PL warehousing solutions from our ISO-certified plant in Spartanburg, SC. Also, we back OEMs, CPG brands, e-commerce sellers, and industrial firms with one roof for stock, staff, and ship-out. Because our team has run 3PL work since 1975, we know how to flex space, labor, and flow to fit your needs. Plus, our ISO 9001:2015 system logs each pallet, each pick, and each ship. As a result, your stock is safe, your orders are on time, and your cost drops. So your brand grows on steady, trusted logistics.
Our 3PL Warehousing Solutions Capabilities
- Receiving and intake — accurate unloading, BOL checks, and gap flagging on every shipment
- Storage management — organized pallet placement with full location tracking and lot control
- Order fulfillment — precise picking, packing, and prep for B2B, retail, and DTC orders
- Shipping coordination — label prep, carrier setup, and dock scheduling for outbound freight
- Inventory control — regular cycle counts, stock level monitoring, and real-time accuracy
- Cross-docking — streamlined transfer service for freight that moves through, not into, our racks
What Do 3PL Warehousing Solutions Include?
3PL Warehousing Solutions include every step from inbound truck to outbound ship. First, we take in your freight, check it against your BOL, and log it into our system. Next, we store the stock in tracked pallet locations with full lot control. Then we pick, pack, and prep orders on your schedule. So your brand skips the fixed cost of a warehouse while keeping tight control over each unit.
Receiving services. First, our dock team accepts full truckloads, LTL loads, parcels, and container freight. Also, each shipment is checked against your BOL and logged the day it lands.
Storage management. Next, stock goes into tracked pallet locations with lot numbers, date codes, and SKU tags. Plus, our warehousing system runs on barcode scans, not guesswork.
Order fulfillment. Then our team handles pick and pack for B2B, retail, and DTC orders. In fact, we match your spec down to the insert sheet.
Shipping coordination. Finally, we prep labels, stage pallets, and set carrier pickup. Also, we handle Amazon Partnered Carrier, LTL, full truckload, and small parcel runs.
Can You Handle Cross-Docking for Time-Sensitive Freight?
Yes. First, Piedmont runs cross-docking for loads that move straight from inbound truck to outbound truck. Next, we skip the storage step to save time and cost. Plus, our dock team logs each transfer and hands off freight clean. So time-sensitive stock clears our facility in hours, not days, with full tracking.
Why 3PL Warehousing Solutions Matter for Growing Brands
Owning a warehouse is costly. In fact, rent, staff, gear, and tech stack add up fast—often before a brand hits break-even. Also, space needs change with seasons, product lines, and growth. So a 3PL partner like Piedmont lifts the fixed cost and replaces it with a flex plan that scales with you.
Fixed cost drops to variable cost. For example, you pay per pallet, per pick, or per cubic foot. Instead of locking into a long lease, you flex up or down each month.
Staff and gear stay off your books. In contrast, our cross-trained team, forklifts, and WMS stay on our side of the ledger. So your capital stays with your product, not your plant.
Quality climbs through ISO 9001:2015 logs. Because each pallet, pick, and ship gets tracked, audits pass and trust climbs. Plus, charge-backs drop when your records match your buyer’s books.
How Fast Can You Onboard a New 3PL Warehousing Account?
Standard onboard time at Piedmont is 14 to 21 days from signed SOW to first inbound receipt. Also, we hold spare rack space for fast starts. Because our WMS links to Shopify, Amazon, and most ERP systems, most clients run their first pick-and-ship cycle within three weeks of signing.
Inside Our 3PL Warehousing Solutions Workflow
Our 3PL warehousing solutions follow a five-step flow built for accuracy and speed.
- Step 1 — Inbound receiving. First, our dock team takes in freight, checks BOLs, and logs each load into our WMS. Plus, damaged or short-ship loads get flagged right away.
- Step 2 — Put-away and storage. Next, each pallet goes to a tracked spot with lot, date, and SKU data logged. Also, cycle counts run on a set schedule to hold stock-level accuracy.
- Step 3 — Order intake. Then orders flow in from Shopify, Amazon, your ERP, or direct EDI feeds. In fact, our team picks most orders within one to two business days.
- Step 4 — Pick, pack, and label. Plus, each order clears a quality check before pack-out. Also, we handle Amazon FBA prep and DTC brand inserts side-by-side on the same floor.
Step 5 — Ship and report. Finally, freight goes out by parcel, LTL, or full truckload. So your weekly run report lands with ship counts, stock on hand, and any flags.
Do You Offer EDI and Real-Time Inventory Data?
Yes. First, Piedmont links to most ERP, e-commerce, and EDI systems so your stock counts update in real time. Next, our team handles order intake through Shopify, Amazon, WooCommerce, and direct EDI feeds. Plus, your weekly run reports show units in, units out, and stock on hand, so your planning stays tight.
Industries We Serve With 3PL Warehousing Solutions
3PL warehousing solutions fit any brand that ships steady volume across mixed channels. In fact, we back five core types from our Spartanburg facility.
Manufacturers and OEMs. First, plant teams use our 3PL floor for finished-goods storage, sub-assembly staging, and outbound freight prep.
CPG and food brands. Next, CPG brands lean on our contract packaging, date labels, and retail pallet builds for clean channel launches.
E-commerce and Amazon sellers. Also, online sellers run DTC pick and pack plus Amazon shipment prep from the same dock.
Industrial distributors. Then heavy-parts brands use our kitting and sort work for supplier claims and cross-dock freight.
Upstate SC local firms. Finally, we serve Spartanburg, Greenville, Anderson, Cherokee, Laurens, and Union counties with same-day dock access and face-to-face contact.
Choosing the Right 3PL Warehousing Solutions Partner
Not every 3PL operates at the same level. When you weigh 3PL warehousing solutions, look for four proofs that set a real logistics partner apart from a commodity storage shed.
Proven quality system. First, Piedmont is ISO 9001:2015 certified, Women’s Business Enterprise listed, and built on 50 years of steady work.
Full-service scope. Next, we run receiving, storage, pick-pack, cross-docking, and rework all under one roof. So your freight does not bounce between three vendors.
Upstate SC location edge. Because we serve Spartanburg, Greenville, Anderson, Cherokee, Laurens, and Union counties from a central I-85 spot, your freight clears fast in both directions. Plus, your team can visit the floor any time.
Clear, direct contact. Finally, you get a named lead, weekly run reports, and real-time stock data. When a shipment needs a same-day fix, we pick up the phone.
The Leadership Behind Our 3PL Warehousing Solutions
Trusted 3PL work rides on trusted people. First, Ada Wallace is President of Piedmont Storage and Repack, LLC dba Piedmont Manufacturing Support. Also, she brings over 24 years in the warehousing and manufacturing support industries. She handles customer relations and day-to-day operations, working closely with team members and customers to deliver responsive solutions. Plus, she holds a B.S. degree from Clemson University and has attended Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary.
Next, Bill Wallace is Vice President. He handles administrative work including pricing, contracts, and day-to-day operations support. In fact, Bill brings over 38 years of industry experience. Also, he holds a B.S. degree from Appalachian State University and has attended the Clemson MBA program.
Certifications include:
- ISO 9001:2015 Certified
- WBENC (Women's Business Enterprise National Council) Certified
- WOSB (Woman Owned Small Business) Certified
So your freight, your stock, and your ship dates are backed by 62-plus combined years of Upstate SC warehousing leadership—plus the certifications to pass any audit.
Frequently Asked Questions About 3PL Warehousing Solutions
Piedmont does not force a hard minimum. In fact, our 3PL work scales from a single pallet up to full-bay, multi-thousand-pallet accounts. So small brands and large national shippers both fit our model.
Yes. First, our WMS links to Shopify, Amazon, WooCommerce, NetSuite, and most major ERP systems through API or EDI feeds. Also, our team sets up the integration during onboarding. So your stock counts and orders stay in sync from day one.
Yes. Our team runs returns processing, inspects each unit, and decides whether to restock, repack for clearance, or scrap. Also, we handle Amazon removal orders alongside DTC returns. So your pulled stock turns into a second revenue shot, not a dead loss.
Piedmont ships by small parcel, LTL, full truckload, and Amazon Partnered Carrier. Also, we set up drayage from the Port of Charleston, three hours from our dock. So your freight clears by any mode that fits your cost and speed needs.
Piedmont runs a monitored, ISO-audited facility in Spartanburg, SC. First, our site has controlled access, logged intake, and tracked storage locations. Plus, we hold a WBE listing and a 50-year track record of clean audits. So your stock stays safe under our roof.
Partner With Piedmont for 3PL Warehousing Solutions That Scale
Strong brands win on speed, accuracy, and cost. So Piedmont Manufacturing Support delivers the ISO-certified 3PL warehousing solutions, the Upstate SC plant, and the 50-year track record to back your logistics. In turn, let us handle the receive-to-ship cycle so your team can focus on product and growth.
A woman-owned, full-service warehousing and manufacturing support company exceeding expectations since 1975.
Contact Information
Mailing Address
Piedmont Warehousing & Manufacturing Support PO Box 1117, Lyman, SC 29365
Physical Address
2999 N. Blackstock Road, Spartanburg, SC 29301