Operations & Fulfillment: 7 Signs You Should Consider Outsourcing Your Fulfillment

Don’t be afraid to ask what a potential fulfillment partner can do to reduce your freight costs. But keep your expectations realistic based on the volume you bring to the total packages shipped.

4. Seasonal peaks are a significant aspect of your business cycle. When you have large seasonal peaks in your order volume, you obviously must maintain quality service during those times — particularly from a facility, systems and labor standpoint. When you have unused resources you’re paying for throughout the year, you’re stuck with covering the cost of hiring for those peaks.