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FRANKLIN, Mass.— ¹û¶³´«Ã½ ¹û¶³´«Ã½Centers , a third-party logistics provider specializing in eCommerce and omnichannel fulfillment, announced the successful transition of fulfillment operations for Delta Galil USA’s Bare Necessities and Organic Basics brands. The project included the deployment of a 100,000-square-foot operation within ¹û¶³´«Ã½’s Forney, Texas facility, and was completed on an accelerated implementation timeline. "When our previous provider announced it was discontinuing operations, we had a very short window to transition two established brands without disrupting the customer experience," said Mike Irrgang , vice president of operations at Delta Galil Industries. "¹û¶³´«Ã½ came highly recommended. After visiting the Forney facility, we were confident they had the capacity, expertise and urgency needed to support the transition. Their team delivered on every commitment, helping us successfully transition more than 1.6 million units and 100,000+ SKUs within just four weeks." ¹û¶³´«Ã½ supports a robust portfolio of apparel, footwear and lifestyle brands, helping growing brands scale efficiently through customized fulfillment solutions. "At ¹û¶³´«Ã½, we know every new customer startup can be stressful, but our team of project managers, operations, customer service and IT professionals have seen it all." said Scott Hothem , senior vice president of customer solutions at ¹û¶³´«Ã½. "Our teams worked closely together to develop a transition plan, proactively solve challenges as they arose, while keeping the project plan on track. We're proud to have delivered a successful outcome during a rapid transition and look forward to supporting the business for years to come." The successful implementation highlights ¹û¶³´«Ã½'s expertise in apparel fulfillment and its ability to execute complex transitions on accelerated timelines. About Delta Galil Delta Galil is a global leader in intimates and activewear, a high-tech apparel company harnessing the power of innovation and technology to create next-generation products. Founded in 1975 in Tel Aviv, Delta Galil has offices, factories, and retail locations around the world, from New York to Los Angeles, Tel Aviv to London, Cairo to Shanghai. Synonymous with cutting-edge innovation and next-level design, Delta Galil owns several leading brands and is a sought-after partner to the iconic, the disruptive and the digitally native. About ¹û¶³´«Ã½ ¹û¶³´«Ã½Centers Since 1941, ¹û¶³´«Ã½ has provided customized third-party logistics (3PL), direct-to-consumer (DTC) eCommerce fulfillment, omnichannel distribution, managed transportation solutions and retail compliance for clients across all industries, with a focus on apparel & footwear, health & beauty, consumer packaged goods (CPG) and education. ¹û¶³´«Ã½ continues to be a leading 3rd party logistics provider in North America, known for superior execution, customer engagement and direct access to senior leadership decision makers. As a member of Inc's fastest growing companies list 15+ times, ¹û¶³´«Ã½ is big enough to do the job and still small enough to deeply care about your business. Brands interested in a new 3PL partnership may contact ¹û¶³´«Ã½ directly here . Official Release Here

Behind the Scenes of Ecommerce Fulfillment: From Warehouse Shelf to Doorstep When a customer clicks "Buy Now," they expect a simple outcome: the right product arrives on time and in perfect condition. What they don't see is the complex fulfillment operation working behind the scenes to make that experience possible. For ecommerce brands, every shipment represents more than an order. It's a promise to a customer. Whether it's a rug, a beauty product, a piece of apparel, or a food item, fulfillment has a direct impact on customer satisfaction, reviews, repeat purchases, and brand reputation. At ¹û¶³´«Ã½ ¹û¶³´«Ã½Centers, we help brands deliver on that promise every day. Recently, our team captured the journey of a Tumble rug moving through one of our fulfillment operations. While the process may appear seamless from the outside, each order is supported by a combination of technology, inventory management, quality controls, and experienced warehouse professionals working together to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Great Fulfillment Starts Long Before an Order Is Placed The customer experience doesn't begin when someone clicks "Buy." It begins with how inventory is received, organized, tracked, and managed inside the warehouse. Accurate inventory is the foundation of successful fulfillment. If inventory data is unreliable, every downstream process becomes more difficult. That's why ¹û¶³´«Ã½ invests heavily in inventory control processes, warehouse management technology, and operational discipline. From receiving and putaway to cycle counting and inventory audits, every step is designed to maintain visibility and accuracy across our customers' inventory. When an order enters the system, our teams know exactly where inventory is located and how to process it efficiently. Technology Creates Visibility—People Create Results Modern fulfillment requires sophisticated technology, but technology alone doesn't create a great customer experience. Warehouse management systems, automation tools, and integrated data platforms help drive efficiency and visibility. They provide real-time information, streamline workflows, and help teams prioritize work throughout the day. However, successful fulfillment still depends on people. The warehouse associates, supervisors, quality teams, customer experience professionals, and operations leaders behind every shipment are what transform data into execution. At ¹û¶³´«Ã½, our focus has always been on combining technology with operational expertise. The result is a fulfillment process designed to scale while maintaining high service levels and accuracy. Quality Control Is Built Into Every Order Customers rarely think about quality control when they receive a package. That's because the best quality processes are often invisible. Before an order leaves the warehouse, multiple checkpoints help ensure products are picked correctly, packaged appropriately, and prepared for shipment according to customer requirements. These controls are especially important for brands that have worked hard to create a premium customer experience. The condition of a product upon arrival can significantly impact how customers perceive a brand. A damaged shipment or incorrect order doesn't just create operational costs—it can erode customer trust. That's why quality isn't treated as a final inspection. It's embedded throughout the fulfillment process. Every Package Represents a Brand Third-party logistics providers don't own the brands they serve, but they play a critical role in protecting those brands. For many consumers, the delivery experience is one of the few physical interactions they have with an ecommerce company. Packaging quality, order accuracy, delivery speed, and shipment visibility all contribute to the overall brand experience. When a Tumble rug arrives at a customer's doorstep, the customer isn't thinking about warehouse operations. They're thinking about the brand they purchased from. Our responsibility is to help ensure that experience reflects positively on the brand every single time. The Goal Isn't Shipping Boxes. It's Creating Confidence. Fulfillment is often viewed as an operational function. In reality, it's a customer experience function. The best fulfillment operations create confidence—for customers waiting for their orders, for brands managing growth, and for teams responsible for delivering consistent results. Every order that moves through a ¹û¶³´«Ã½ facility represents a commitment to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction. The journey from warehouse shelf to doorstep may happen behind the scenes, but its impact is felt with every successful delivery.

This year marks an important milestone for ¹û¶³´«Ã½ ¹û¶³´«Ã½— 20 years of participating in The Great Game of Business® (GGOB) , a program that has helped shape our culture, strengthen employee engagement, and create a stronger sense of teamwork and shared success across the organization. Over the past two decades, GGOB has become much more than a business program at ¹û¶³´«Ã½. It has become part of the way we communicate, collaborate, and grow together as a company. Through open-book management principles, weekly huddles, forecasting, scoreboards, and Mini Games, employees across ¹û¶³´«Ã½ locations have had the opportunity to better understand the business and actively contribute to its success. One of the most meaningful impacts of GGOB has been the way it brings people together. In an industry built on precision, service, and operational excellence, collaboration is essential. ¹û¶³´«Ã½’s success depends on teams working together across departments, facilities, and regions — and GGOB has helped strengthen those connections by creating a culture centered around communication, accountability, and involvement. GGOB encourages employees to think beyond their individual roles and understand how their work impacts customers, coworkers, and overall company performance. Whether it’s improving warehouse efficiency, supporting transportation operations, enhancing customer service, or identifying process improvements, employees are empowered to contribute ideas and solutions that help move ¹û¶³´«Ã½ forward.  As Tim Barret, Founder of ¹û¶³´«Ã½, states, "...we share all of the financial results with all of the employees, and they have a vested interest since they will receive a payout result." That sense of involvement creates stronger engagement across the organization. Employees are not simply completing daily tasks — they are participating in the success of the business. By understanding company goals and key performance drivers, teams are able to work together with a shared purpose and celebrate accomplishments collectively. Community and collaboration have always been important values at ¹û¶³´«Ã½, and GGOB has helped reinforce those values over the last 20 years. The program creates opportunities for employees to learn from one another, support one another, and recognize the impact each person has on the organization. It encourages transparency and open communication, helping employees feel more connected to leadership, their teams, and the company’s long-term vision. As ¹û¶³´«Ã½ has continued to grow nationwide, maintaining a strong culture has remained a priority. GGOB has played an important role in helping preserve the family-oriented environment that ¹û¶³´«Ã½ is known for, even as the company has expanded operations and welcomed new employees across the country. The program helps create consistency in communication and engagement while keeping employees connected to the bigger picture. To help celebrate this 20-year anniversary, ¹û¶³´«Ã½ owner Tim ¹û¶³´«Ã½ recently participated in a video discussion reflecting on the company’s GGOB journey and the impact it has had on ¹û¶³´«Ã½ over the years. The conversation highlighted how collaboration, employee involvement, and shared accountability continue to contribute to the company’s success today. This milestone is ultimately a celebration of the people who make ¹û¶³´«Ã½ successful every day. The dedication, teamwork, creativity, and commitment shown by employees across the organization are what continue to drive ¹û¶³´«Ã½ forward. Twenty years later, The Great Game of Business continues to strengthen the culture of collaboration and engagement that makes ¹û¶³´«Ã½ special — and the future of the game is stronger than ever.

Choosing the right fulfillment partner is one of the most important — and often most difficult — decisions a growing brand can make. As customer expectations continue to rise, brands are being asked to deliver faster shipping, better inventory visibility, seamless omnichannel experiences, and retail compliance at scale. At the same time, the process of finding the right 3PL partner can be time-consuming and overwhelming. That’s why ¹û¶³´«Ã½ ¹û¶³´«Ã½Centers is excited to partner with Fulfill.com. Who Is Fulfill.com? Fulfill.com is a fast-growing platform that helps eCommerce and omnichannel brands find the right third-party logistics (3PL) partner for their business. Their team works directly with brands to simplify the 3PL search process by connecting them with vetted fulfillment providers that match their operational needs, growth goals, product requirements, and shipping profiles. Founded by entrepreneurs with firsthand experience navigating fulfillment challenges, Fulfill.com was built to solve a common industry problem: too many brands waste valuable time and money trying to find a reliable logistics partner. Instead of forcing brands to sort through endless provider options on their own, Fulfill.com streamlines the process through industry expertise, technology, and a carefully curated network of fulfillment providers across multiple verticals. For brands, that means less guesswork and a faster path toward finding a fulfillment partner that can truly support long-term growth. Why the Partnership Makes Sense At ¹û¶³´«Ã½, we’ve always believed fulfillment should feel like a partnership — not just a vendor relationship. Since 1941, ¹û¶³´«Ã½ ¹û¶³´«Ã½has helped brands scale through customized logistics solutions designed around their specific operational needs. From direct-to-consumer fulfillment and retail distribution to transportation management and value-added services, ¹û¶³´«Ã½ focuses on building flexible, scalable solutions that evolve alongside its customers. That customer-first mindset is one of the biggest reasons this partnership with Fulfill.com feels like such a natural fit. Both companies share a common goal: helping brands build stronger, smarter supply chains without unnecessary complexity. What Really Makes a Great 3PL Partner?  Recently, Bryan Corbett, ¹û¶³´«Ã½’s VP of Customer Solutions & Marketing, sat down with Dan White, COO of Fulfill.com, during a visit to ¹û¶³´«Ã½’s NJ2 warehouse to discuss what stands out when evaluating 3PL providers across the industry.

For years, the logistics industry has talked about automation as if warehouses will eventually run themselves. Robotics, AI, and warehouse technology have absolutely transformed fulfillment operations — and they will continue to play an important role in the future of supply chains. But despite the headlines, one thing remains true: great warehouse operations still depend on great people. At ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Distribution, technology is designed to support our teams, not replace them. Behind every successful shipment, inventory count, retailer-compliant order, and customer experience is a team of people making critical operational decisions every day. Warehousing Is Still a People Business Automation can improve efficiency, reduce repetitive tasks, and help operations scale. But fulfillment is far more dynamic than many people realize. Every day, warehouse teams are adapting to changing order volumes, retailer requirements, customer expectations, inventory challenges, transportation disruptions, and seasonal spikes. Technology helps create visibility and efficiency, but people are what keep operations moving when conditions change. That human element is especially important in omnichannel fulfillment environments where accuracy, flexibility, and responsiveness matter just as much as speed. The Best Operations Combine Technology and Experience At ¹û¶³´«Ã½, operational excellence comes from combining modern logistics technology with experienced warehouse teams who understand the importance of execution. Our facilities utilize advanced warehouse management systems, transportation systems, robotics, reporting tools, and analytics platforms to improve efficiency and visibility. But technology alone does not create strong customer partnerships or consistent service levels. Experienced team members help drive inventory accuracy, quality control, retailer compliance, process improvement, customer responsiveness, and operational consistency. The most successful logistics operations are built around people who care about the outcome. A Culture Built Around People One of the things that stands out most when visiting ¹û¶³´«Ã½ facilities is the culture inside the buildings. During recent visits to several ¹û¶³´«Ã½ warehouse locations, one thing became immediately clear: the people are the foundation of the operation. Teams take pride in their work, support each other, and genuinely care about the customers and brands they serve. In many facilities, ¹û¶³´«Ã½ has employees and families who have worked with the company across multiple generations. That kind of long-term commitment says a lot about the culture that has been built over decades. Warehousing can often be viewed as transactional from the outside, but the reality is much different. Strong operations are built by people who show up every day with experience, accountability, and a shared commitment to getting the job done the right way. Automation Should Support Employees — Not Replace Them The future of logistics will absolutely include more automation and technology. But the goal should not be removing people from operations entirely. The best warehouse technology allows employees to work more efficiently, reduce unnecessary movement, improve accuracy, prioritize higher-value tasks, and make faster operational decisions. At ¹û¶³´«Ã½, technology investments are focused on empowering teams and improving customer outcomes while maintaining the people-first culture that has helped drive long-term growth and customer relationships. The Human Side of Fulfillment Still Matters  In an industry increasingly focused on speed and automation, it is easy to overlook the people behind the operation. But successful fulfillment still depends on communication, accountability, problem-solving, and operational experience. That human side of logistics is what allows strong warehouse operations to adapt, improve, and consistently deliver for customers. At ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Distribution, the combination of experienced people, operational discipline, and technology-enabled fulfillment continues to be a key differentiator — because even in a highly automated world, supply chains still run on people.

The Growing Challenge of Food Supply Chains The food and beverage supply chain has become increasingly difficult to manage. Brands are navigating rising transportation costs, shifting consumer demand, retail compliance requirements, and ongoing disruptions across ports and carrier networks. For many companies, reducing supply chain risk now starts with warehouse strategy. One of the most effective ways food brands can improve resiliency is by positioning inventory closer to major East Coast ports and consumer markets. Strategic warehousing allows companies to move products through the supply chain faster while improving visibility, reducing delays, and creating greater flexibility across retail and ecommerce channels. Why Port Proximity Matters For import-heavy brands, proximity to East Coast ports can have a major operational impact. Facilities located near ports like Baltimore allow inventory to move from container to distribution more efficiently. This helps brands reduce drayage costs, improve inventory availability, shorten replenishment timelines, and respond faster to changing demand. By reducing the distance between inbound freight and final distribution, brands can create a more agile and responsive supply chain. Faster Access to East Coast Consumers East Coast warehousing also provides access to some of the largest consumer populations in the country. Strategically positioning inventory closer to customers helps brands improve parcel transit times, support retailer distribution requirements, lower transportation spend, and improve the overall customer experience. As delivery expectations continue to rise, warehouse location plays a larger role in both customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. The Importance of Food-Grade Warehousing For food brands specifically, facility standards and inventory controls are critical. Food-grade warehousing requires more than storage capacity. Companies need strong operational processes to maintain product integrity and compliance throughout the supply chain. Key capabilities food brands should prioritize include: Lot tracking and expiration date management Strong inventory accuracy controls Retail compliance expertise Omnichannel fulfillment capabilities Strong inventory controls help reduce spoilage risk, improve traceability, and maintain service levels across all sales channels. Managing Omnichannel Fulfillment Complexity Many food and beverage companies now support a mix of retail distribution, Amazon replenishment, direct-to-consumer fulfillment, and wholesale operations simultaneously. Managing these channels efficiently requires flexible infrastructure and integrated systems that support both B2B and DTC operations. As brands grow, fulfillment partners must be able to scale operations while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and visibility across the supply chain. Technology and Visibility Reduce Risk Technology also plays a significant role in reducing supply chain risk. Real-time visibility gives brands the ability to make faster operational decisions and identify issues before they impact customers. Modern logistics technology should provide: Real-time inventory visibility Order and shipment tracking KPI reporting and analytics With better visibility into inventory and fulfillment performance, brands can operate more proactively and reduce costly disruptions. Building a More Resilient Supply Chain  At ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Distribution, food and beverage brands benefit from strategically located East Coast warehousing, food-grade operational standards, omnichannel fulfillment expertise, and technology-enabled visibility tools designed to support scalable growth. ¹û¶³´«Ã½’s Curtis Bay, Maryland facility, located near the Port of Baltimore, supports consumer products and food brands with strong inventory controls, retail compliance capabilities, and integrated fulfillment operations. While supply chain disruptions may continue to evolve, brands that invest in strategic warehousing and operational flexibility will be better positioned to improve service levels, reduce transportation challenges, and build more resilient supply chains for long-term growth.






