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Hopkins Distribution Company is well known and respected for providing global logistics and distribution solutions for hundreds of clients across the United States. As a Third Party Logistics (3PL) specialist, we provide our clients with a wide array of highly technical and cost-efficient options for fulfillment, distribution, and warehousing challenges. It’s about time for you to stop […]
Our efficiencies and knowledge of the distribution process are key reasons for our success. At Hopkins Distribution Company we have always taken pride in being accessible to our clients. Nothing is more frustrating than not being able to reach someone when you need information and assistance, especially when it is about your product, your business, and your livelihood. For […]
Hopkins has a 99.997% accuracy of inventory processing rate, which we attribute to our perfected systematic approach to order fulfillment. Manufacturing companies, freight shippers, and receivers can benefit from our many years of 3PL experience and stellar service. Hopkins can help you with order placement, inventory management, merchandise storage, warehouse pick and pack services and […]
Many companies struggle with whether or not they should handle their own fulfillment or use a third party logistics company for product distribution and order fulfillment. Hopkins Distribution can help you navigate this process and assist your small, or large business, in determining if collaborating with a 3PL provider is right for you. We are the West […]
February 28, 2018 | Category:
NewsIt is with a sad heart that we announce the passing of our Director of Security. Duncan was always a faithful friend to all of the employees and he will be forever missed. May he rest in peace. Duncan Hopkins Director of Security – Hopkins Distribution Company 04/02/03 – 02/28/18
Third-party logistics (3PL, or TPL) providers, like Hopkins Distribution, specialize in integrated operation, warehousing, and transportation services that are scaled and customized to our customers’ needs based on market conditions, consumer demands, delivery service requirements specific for their products and materials, and more. (See our Law of Agency article.) 3PL goes quite a bit further than just logistics, though, our services integrate […]
“27 percent of U.S. customers would rather get a root canal than have personal holiday shipments come late, according to a DHL holiday customer survey that reveals on-time shipments are a high priority (Inbound Logistics).” 45 percent of respondentsreported thatthey expect an increase in e-commerce sales of at least 10 % during the holiday season. While 47% of respondents feel fulfilling shipment orders […]
October 19, 2017 | Category:
NewsFedEx Dimensional Weight (Dim Weight) Dim weight is a billing technique that considers the volume of a package, in addition to the actual weight. Ground and Home Delivery Effective January 5, 2015, FedEx Ground will apply dimensional weight pricing to all shipments. Currently, FedEx Ground applies dimensional weight pricing only to packages measuring 3 cubic feet […]
As a small or large business owner, your main objective is to grow your company and increase revenue, right? Well, at what point do you instill the services of a distribution company? There’s a few questions that you should ask yourself before choosing a distribution company on the West Coast: Cost What’s your budget? We […]
As the leading West Coast Distribution company in Reno, we are proud to be the reason that you have a strong West Coast presence. The Hopkins advantage starts with building a strong and successful relationship with you – we are truly our customer’s employees. Hopkins Distribution acts on behalf of our customers in everyday decision […]
