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You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Michigan. That might sound strange.  After all, Michigan has some nice benefits: Central location within the Great Lakes region, offering access to major Midwest markets. Major highways (I-75, I-94, I-96) span the region. Score 2 points for a Michigan 3PL, right? Maybe. But consider total cost of fulfillment. … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Louisiana. That might sound strange.  After all, Louisiana has some nice benefits: Port of New Orleans is a key global trade gateway. Mississippi River access for cost-effective barge transport. Score 2 points for a Louisiana 3PL, right? Maybe. But consider total cost of fulfillment. Port proximity and customer … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Minnesota. That might sound strange.  After all, Minnesota has some nice benefits: Central location with access to major Midwest markets and Canada. Strong transportation infrastructure, including rail lines, highways, and the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Score 2 points for a Minnesota 3PL, right? Maybe. But consider total cost … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Mississippi. That might sound strange.  After all, Mississippi has some nice benefits: Access to the extensive Mississippi River network and multiple Gulf Coast ports. Lower operating costs, particularly in real estate and utilities. Score 2 points for a Mississippi 3PL, right? Maybe. But consider total cost of fulfillment. … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Boise. That might sound strange.  After all, Boise has some nice benefits: Lower operating costs than coastal states. Generally business-friendly with fewer regulations. Score 2 points for a Boise 3PL, right? Maybe. But consider total cost of fulfillment. Port proximity and customer location are just two pieces of … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Louisville. That might sound strange.  After all, Louisville has some nice benefits: Central eastern U.S. location allows for wide distribution. Pro-business incentives and relatively low taxes. Score 2 points for a Louisville 3PL, right? Maybe. But consider total cost of fulfillment. Port proximity and customer location are just … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Maine. That might sound strange.  After all, Maine has some nice benefits: Easy access to Northeast markets, plus some Canadian trade. Lower real estate costs vs. nearby Boston. Score 2 points for a Maine 3PL, right? Maybe. But consider total cost of fulfillment. Port proximity and customer location … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Maryland. That might sound strange.  After all, Maryland has some nice benefits: Port of Baltimore is a major East Coast gateway. Close to DC and the Mid-Atlantic’s large population centers. Score 2 points for a Maryland 3PL, right? Maybe. But consider total cost of fulfillment. Port proximity and … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Kansas City. That might sound strange.  After all, Kansas City has some nice benefits: Central location with convenient access to major Midwest and Southern markets. Business-friendly environment with competitive operating costs. Score 2 points for a Kansas City 3PL, right? Maybe. But consider total cost of fulfillment. Port … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Lexington. That might sound strange.  After all, Lexington has some nice benefits: Central eastern U.S. location allows for wide distribution. Pro-business incentives and relatively low taxes. Score 2 points for a Lexington 3PL, right? Maybe. But consider total cost of fulfillment. Port proximity and customer location are just … Read more