Katie-Jay Simmons

ShipHero is a third-party logistics (3PL) and SaaS provider geared towards small to midsize businesses. It delivers third-party order fulfillment services in addition to cloud-based warehouse management software (WMS) for ecommerce retailers and 3PL providers. In our evaluation of the top order fulfillment companies for small businesses, ShipHero ranked third with 4.21 out of 5, based on 23 evaluation criteria.

Vendor managed inventory, or VMI, is a collaborative strategy that differs from traditional supply chain models by bridging the gap between suppliers and retailers to make inventory management a shared responsibility. VMI can benefit both vendors and retailers if done correctly, but it requires careful setup and close communication. In this article, we'll cover what vendor managed inventory is, how it works, pros and cons, and real-world examples.