How Businesses Succeed with SwapFulfill
From cost-saving swaps to new revenue streams, discover how businesses like yours leverage our network to build a competitive advantage.
A West Coast Coffee Roaster
Slashing shipping costs and delivery times through a strategic partnership.
The Challenge
A popular coffee roaster based in Portland, OR, had a loyal national customer base but was losing sales due to high East Coast shipping costs. Their 5-7 day delivery times couldn't compete with larger brands. They needed to get closer to their East Coast customers without the massive expense of leasing a new warehouse.
The Solution
SwapFulfill's algorithm matched the coffee roaster with a New York-based bakery with similar order volumes and a shared customer demographic. The bakery had excess shelf space after optimizing their own storage. Through the SwapFulfill platform, the roaster sent a portion of their top-selling SKUs to the bakery's facility.
42% Reduction in East Coast Shipping Costs
By shipping from NJ instead of OR, they turned cross-country shipments into local deliveries.
Average Delivery Time Cut to 1.9 Days
East Coast customers now receive their coffee in under 2 days, dramatically improving customer satisfaction.
Zero Upfront Investment
They established a bicoastal presence by swapping fulfillment services, avoiding rent, labor, and software costs.
"The swap model was a game-changer. We instantly gained an East Coast fulfillment center. Our customers are happier, and our shipping budget is finally under control. It feels like we have a true partner in our East Coast counterpart."
- Founder, West Coast Coffee Roaster
An Ohio-Based 3PL
Turning empty warehouse aisles into a high-margin revenue stream.
The Challenge
A family-owned 3PL in Ohio had recently lost a major client, leaving them with 10,000 sq. ft. of empty, underutilized pallet space. The cost of maintaining this empty space was a significant drain on their profits, and the sales cycle to find a new, large-scale client was proving long and difficult.
The Solution
Instead of waiting for a single large client, the 3PL joined SwapFulfill as a Fulfillment Partner. The platform immediately identified their capacity and matched them with three different high-growth CPG brands that needed a central fulfillment hub. The platform's software integrated seamlessly with their existing WMS, and they began receiving inventory within two weeks.
85% of Empty Space Utilized in 60 Days
They monetized their space quickly by serving multiple smaller brands instead of hunting for one large one.
$12,000+ in New Monthly Revenue
They generated consistent income from storage, pick & pack, and receiving fees, all transacted in UFE and cashed out.
Diversified Client Base
By serving multiple brands through the network, they reduced their reliance on any single client, creating a more resilient business.
"SwapFulfill changed our business model. We stopped thinking about finding the next 'whale' and instead focused on servicing the network. The demand is consistent, the software is simple, and we're more profitable than ever."
- Owner, Ohio-Based 3PL
A Fast-Growing Skincare Brand
Achieving faster, cheaper, and more reliable fulfillment than a traditional 3PL.
The Challenge
A popular skincare brand was rapidly outgrowing their garage-based fulfillment. They needed to outsource but were frustrated by the opaque pricing, long-term contracts, and slow onboarding of traditional 3PLs. They needed a flexible solution that could scale with their explosive growth and get their products to customers quickly.
The Solution
The skincare brand chose to use SwapFulfill's network as a 3PL service. Based on their sales data, the platform recommended splitting their inventory between two partner facilities: one in California and one in Georgia. Onboarding was completed in under a week, and their Shopify store was integrated to automatically route orders to the closest fulfillment node.
98% of Orders Delivered in 2 Days
Distributed inventory meant that nearly all US customers were now within a 2-day shipping zone.
28% Lower Fulfillment Cost
The pay-as-you-go UFE model was more affordable and transparent than the complex fee structures of other 3PLs.
No Long-Term Contracts
The flexible, on-demand nature of the network allowed them to scale their fulfillment up or down as needed without penalty.
"Using the SwapFulfill network is like having a world-class logistics team that's also affordable and flexible. We're competing on delivery speed with the biggest names in our industry, and our fulfillment costs less than ever. It's the 3PL we always wished existed."
- CEO, Fast-Growing Skincare Brand
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