E-Commerce Logistics
Today, e-commerce logistics is more important than ever. E-commerce in Spain moves more than 13 billion euros every year. Since 2020, e-commerce-based businesses have grown by more than 20%.
What is e-commerce logistics?
It's the process that runs from when we make a purchase, prepare the package, ship it and deliver it to the customer, making it one of the most crucial parts of any business.
Functions of a company that manages e-commerce logistics
The functions of a logistics company can vary, from storing products to shipping to the end customer. Let's look at some of these functions:
Goods receiving: managing the receipt of goods, storing them and reporting any incident that may arise.
Goods handling: handling goods according to the client's specifications; for example, if any type of assembly or disassembly is needed, or if group packs need to be put together or the product needs to be bagged.
Storage: goods can be stored in boxes, pallets or coils, depending on the product type, and kept in suitable facilities. The system is usually pallets distributed across standard racking.
Order preparation: preparing packages or groups of properly packaged parcels for distribution to the end customer.
Packaging: packing operations are very important. Every unit to be shipped is prepared, managed by WMS-type software that controls the units going out and what remains in the warehouse.
Transport: transport is carried out using approved agencies and at rates agreed with the client who has contracted the logistics for their business.
Returns: returns, or «reverse logistics», handle any incidents that may arise with a return. We look for the best transport solution so there's no problem when a product needs to be returned.
How does logistics and distribution work in an e-commerce business?
When the end customer requests the product from the online store, we set in motion the entire logistics process, which involves retrieving the item from the warehouse, packaging it for shipping, transporting it and delivering it to the end customer.
Why choose Disnet as the company to manage logistics for an e-commerce business?
Disnet has more than 35 years of experience in logistics. We adapt to the client's needs so that the processes needed to outsource their logistics activities are successful. In addition, Disnet's team members are in continuous training to stay at the forefront of new methodologies in logistics operations.
If you have an e-commerce business, you should devote your energy and effort to growing it and leave the e-commerce logistics side to professionals like Disnet, where we'll handle any logistics need your business may have. Call us and learn about our services.