3PL Technology Solutions: What to Expect from a Fulfillment Partner

What Are 3PL Technology Solutions?

Third-party logistics (3PL) providers don’t just store and ship products—they also offer powerful software and tools that optimize every part of the fulfillment process. From real-time inventory tracking to rate shopping and box optimization, these technologies help businesses scale efficiently while maintaining speed and accuracy.

Here’s a closer look at the most important technology solutions to look for in a 3PL provider—and how they can directly impact your bottom line.

Key 3PL Technology Features to Look For

A tech-enabled 3PL should offer more than just warehouse space. Here are the essential solutions modern 3PLs provide:

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

A WMS is the backbone of a 3PL’s operation. It tracks inventory in real time, manages storage locations, and ensures that orders are picked and packed accurately. With a good WMS, you can view available stock, inbound shipments, order history, and more—all from one dashboard.

At 3PL Center, our WMS connects directly with shopping carts and marketplaces, giving you full visibility from the moment inventory is received to the moment it’s delivered.

Real-Time Inventory Tracking

Real-time tracking lets you know exactly how much inventory you have on hand, across all warehouse locations. This helps prevent stockouts, overordering, and costly miscounts—especially during peak season.

With barcode scanning and lot tracking built into our WMS, 3PL Center gives you 24/7 visibility into every SKU.

Rate Shopping Tools

Shipping costs can vary widely depending on carrier, zone, and packaging. Rate shopping software compares multiple carrier options in real time to choose the most cost-effective and timely shipping method for each order.

This helps reduce shipping spend and improve delivery speed—without manual guesswork.

Box Optimization

Shipping the right-sized box can dramatically reduce dimensional (DIM) weight charges. A good 3PL offers box optimization tools that select the most efficient packaging size for every order.

3PL Center’s system not only reduces costs but also cuts down on waste and improves unboxing experiences for your customers.

Integration with eCommerce Platforms and ERPs

A modern 3PL should integrate directly with your systems—Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, Walmart, NetSuite, or other ERPs. Seamless integrations ensure that orders flow automatically, inventory stays synced, and customer data remains accurate.

3PL Center supports over 100 integrations and continuously expands our network to match your growth.

Returns Management

Technology also plays a big role in handling returns. A 3PL’s returns module should offer automated return authorizations, label generation, and restocking procedures—keeping reverse logistics efficient and transparent.

The Business Impact of 3PL Technology

Choosing a tech-forward 3PL doesn’t just make fulfillment easier—it can directly affect your business’s growth and profitability. With the right tools in place, you can:

Reduce shipping errors and customer complaints


Gain full visibility into your supply chain


Lower shipping and packaging costs


Improve decision-making with better data


Scale faster without overwhelming your team

How 3PL Center Delivers Advanced Fulfillment Technology

At 3PL Center, we’ve built our technology stack to support fast, accurate, and cost-effective fulfillment across all channels. Our platform offers:

An advanced WMS with inventory tracking, lot control, and real-time data


Rate shopping tools to compare carriers and save on shipping


Box optimization software to reduce DIM weight charges


Integration with over 100 eCommerce and ERP platforms


Barcode scanning and pallet-level visibility across all warehouse locations


A customer portal (3PLify) for tracking, reporting, and order management

We also offer dedicated tech support and custom integration capabilities for brands with more complex needs.

Why Tech Matters When Choosing a 3PL

If your 3PL isn’t offering modern technology solutions, they’re holding your business back. Today’s fulfillment isn’t just about storage and shipping—it’s about automation, insight, and efficiency. The right tech stack helps you reduce costs, improve accuracy, and deliver better experiences for your customers.

Looking for a fulfillment partner built for modern logistics? 3PL Center has the tools—and the team—to help you grow.

Ready to Upgrade Your Fulfillment with Smarter Technology?

At 3PL Center, we combine powerful logistics software with nationwide fulfillment operations to help brands ship faster, lower costs, and scale with confidence. Whether you're struggling with inventory visibility, high shipping fees, or integration headaches, our tech-driven solutions are built to solve real challenges.

Talk to our team today and see how our technology can transform your fulfillment.