Warehousing

Public and contract warehousing that performs like an extension of your business.

“Pallet in, pallet out” is only the beginning. A great warehouse has to function as part of your business: Rolling with continuous changes, resolving problems as they come, and finding ways to cut your costs and grow your top line.
First Logistics operates more than 2 million square feet of warehousing space at five Chicago-area facilities. We serve clients based around the world.

Public Warehousing

Business moves fast, and expectations for fulfillment are increasingly complex. To keep ahead, public warehousing partnerships are designed to maximize your responsiveness.

Stay on top of seasonal sales spikes. Turn on a dime when demand fluctuates or unexpected orders arrive. When your supply chain needs change, be ready to make the change.

First Logistics public warehousing works on a simple, unit-in/unit-out rate structure with a straightforward monthly storage rate. Elect to pay by pallet, ton, case, pound, piece – or any other unit that makes sense for your business.

Since you share labor and operating expenses with other customers, public warehousing can significantly lower your overall warehousing cost – especially if your space and demand needs fluctuate.

Explore Public Warehousing if…

Space requirements fluctuate
Demand is subject to seasonal spikes
Your primary warehouse space has overflow
You need multiple points of distribution
You’re launching a new product

Contract Warehousing

If your business is in growth mode, your requirements are predictable and you need space guaranteed, contract warehousing is the best solution. Contracts include dedicated services and specially-chosen resources designed for your precise needs.

Get an integrated logistics solution that can include services like cross docking, kitting, pick & pack, material handling or transportation. Offer customers system functionality you don’t have in your own facilities. Maximize efficiency and savings over the long term, even as you free up internal resources for strategic business development.