[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”auto” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”30px” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_css_main_element=”||h3 {|| font-size: 18px !important;|| margin-top: 1px!important;|| margin-bottom: 1px!important;||}||||.et_pb_text_0 h2 {|| line-height: 25px!important;||}||||h2 {|| margin-top: 3px!important;|| margin-bottom: 5px!important;||}||||.blog-toc ol, .blog-toc ul {|| list-style-type: decimal!important;||}||.blog-toc ul {|| list-style-type: disc!important;||}||||.blog-toc {||margin: 0!important;||}” sticky_enabled=”0″]To those outside the realm of logistics, peak season presents a seemingly golden opportunity for increased profits and brand growth. But for those fulfilling the orders, the surge in high-volume DTC demand presents the ultimate test of endurance and strategy.<\/p>\n
For fulfillment networks<\/a>, online sellers, and 3PLs, peak season\u2019s influx of orders presents a trial which challenges the effectiveness of warehousing technology, fulfillment strategies, and supply chain management. Without proper planning, it can throw even the most competitive fulfillment networks into disarray.<\/p>\n Luckily, warehouse management systems<\/a> (WMS) and fulfillment technology provide a wide range of capabilities for managing the fluctuations in demand, upswing in orders, and logistical challenges that accompany this time of year. Let\u2019s take a look at the ways a modern fulfillment solution resolves these challenges, as well as the tangible results created by today\u2019s top solutions.<\/p>\n Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Contents<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Each year, peak season is anything but predictable, but there is an ironic consistency to the challenges that arise each year, such as spikes in consumer demand and labor constraints. WMS technology helps warehouse operators face the unexpected and maintain stability regardless of circumstances.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s talk through several of the top peak season challenges<\/a> and how a robust WMS fulfillment solution tackles them head-on.<\/p>\n Peak season generates higher order volumes, as well as more complex orders. Whether a consumer is buying multiples of the same item, taking advantage of bundled order offers, accepting free add-ons, or wanting all their purchased items shipped in the minimal number of boxes – DTC fulfillment<\/a> is never more complicated than during this time. That is, unless you have a high-functioning WMS on your side.<\/p>\n WMS solutions utilize predictive analytics and smart automation to forecast and fulfill peak season demand. Using the order information streaming in through integrated ecommerce channels, a WMS helps keep inventory accurately stocked, orders appropriately routed, and picking jobs optimized. It also keeps picking, packing and shipping activities flowing with flexibility and efficiency as things change. In combination with mobile scanning and barcode technology, these WMS functions help validate orders as items are gathered, flag inaccuracies, and boost fulfillment success rates.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” module_class=”center-vertically” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#eef1f8″ background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#6717cd 51%|#0b0b0b 100%” width=”100%” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”42px|auto|45px|auto|false|false” custom_padding=”30px|40px|30px|40px|false|false” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_vertical=”0px” box_shadow_blur=”10px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(74,75,109,0.09)” global_module=”3761″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_color=”#ffffff” header_3_font_size=”30px” header_3_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]\n
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