Not all Third Party Logistics Providers (3PL) can offer the same solutions to you, and not all 3PL's are right for your needs. There are several keys that you should cover when choosing a freight broker that is tailored to your product, for your customers. Basics What is a 3PL? In a nutshell the proper 3PL should provide you with the expertise necessary to integrate your supply chain management with their logistics solution. The proper 3PL can provide you with a cost effe