3PL Operations
Managing Quarantine Stock with Expandly
Overview At Expandly, we want to ensure your inventory is handled safely and efficiently. This guide explains what quarantine stock is, how it is managed, and what actions you should take to avoid unnecessary fees. What is Quarantine Stock? ...
What happens if an order goes into Back Order?
What happens if an order goes into Back Order? There may be instances where orders are placed however there is not enough stock within the Warehouse facility to fulfil the order. When this happens, orders will be automatically placed into a 'Back ...
What will happen if I send stock in mixed, and via both cartons and pallets?
Overview There may be occasions where you send ASNs into our facilities, and the stock has been sent in via both cartons and on pallets, and that the stock received, is also mixed and containing multiple different SKUs. This is not a recommended way ...
Shipping on Pallets - Best Practises
Overview In this guide, we will go through best practises for when you are shipping on pallets. Not only will following these practises allow us to provide you with the quickest, and most cost-effective service, it will also protect our staff, allow ...
Cross-Dock Procedure
Overview In this guide, we will explain what Cross-Dock is and how this works in a 3PL environment. It is important for our clients to know what inbound shipments class as a cross-dock so we can ensure that these are raised correctly within the OMS ...
Amazon Removals
Overview From time to time, you may wish to remove stock from Amazon warehouses to save fees/costs. In these instances you will need to create an Amazon Removal Order. In this guide, we will explain what happens when these goods are received back ...
User-Friendly Guide to Expandly Glossary of Terms & Acronyms
Overview In this guide, we will provide a Glossary of Terms and commonly used acronyms, here at Expandly. User-Friendly Guide to Glossary of Terms & Acronyms ? 3PL - Understanding key logistics and supply chain acronyms: 3PL – Third-Party Logistics ...
Your 3PL Billing Explained
Overview We understand that 3PL invoicing, and making sure you are paying fairly for the services you are receiving, is extremely important to you and your business. We also understand that it can sometimes be difficult to understand certain charges, ...
What will happen if I send stock in mixed, and via both cartons and pallets?
Overview There may be occasions where you send ASNs into our facilities, and the stock has been sent in via both cartons and on pallets, and that the stock received, is also mixed and containing multiple different SKUs. This is not a recommended way ...
3PL Inbound and Outbound Cost Scenarios for Client Billing
Overview When it comes to invoicing, there will be different charges if the way the goods are received on inbound, differs to how goods need to be stored and subsequently fulfilled. We have included below, some of the most common Inbound Vs Outbound ...
3PL Goods-In - Best Practices
Overview At Expandly, we aim to ensure that your products are handled efficiently, accurately, and safely when they arrive at our warehouses. Following our Goods-In Gold Standards helps us receive and process your goods quickly, reducing delays and ...
What Is On-Time In-Full (OTIF)?
What Is On-Time In-Full (OTIF)? OTIF is a supply chain metric that measures a supplier's ability to fulfil its delivery promises on time and in full. If shipments are on schedule and include the correct number of goods, they can get a high OTIF ...
Amazon Transparency Labels
Overview Amazon Transparency is a product-serialization and anti-counterfeit program. The term “Transparency labels” refers to the unique, scannable codes that brands apply to their products so Amazon can verify authenticity before shipping. What is ...
Handling UPS Shipment Claims
Overview If your UPS shipment is lost, damaged, delayed, or you notice a billing discrepancy, this guide explains how to raise a claim and ensure it is resolved efficiently. It outlines the steps to follow, key contacts, and escalation procedures. ...
MRN Guide for ASNs and Warehouse Compliance
What is an MRN (Movement Reference Number)? Definition: A Movement Reference Number (MRN) is a unique reference assigned to a customs declaration when goods are entering, leaving, or moving within the European Union (EU) under customs procedures. It ...
What is a Bill of Lading (BOL) and when is this required?
Overview A Bill of Lading (BOL) is a formal shipping document used for freight movements. It serves as: A receipt confirming the carrier has received the goods A contract of carriage between the shipper and the carrier A record of shipment details ...
Carton Data - Why is this important?
Overview When sending new products into one of our Warehouse facilities, in addition to the product information, it is also really important that we obtain and hold accurate carton data within our WMS (warehouse management system) Why do we require ...
Creating manual sales orders in Expandly (3PL)
Overview This guide explains how to manually create sales orders in your Expandly portal. In situations where orders are not automatically imported into Expandly through a connected sales channel, you will need to create them manually. Once ...
Creating ASNs in Expandly
Overview In this guide, we will explain how you can create ASNs within your Expandly portal. What is an ASN? An ASN stands for Advanced Shipping Notice. It is a pre-alert document sent to Expandly before your shipment arrives at their warehouse and ...