WAREHOUSING & FULFILLMENT
Print, Warehouse, and Distribute All with One Supply Chain Partner
- Pick & Pack
- Kitting & Assembly
- Fulfillment Coordinator
- Warehouse Management System
Real-Time Visibility for Smarter Fulfillment
Customized Solutions for Complex Orders
Whether you have 50 versions of a kit or 250 kit components we have the systems and expertise to guarantee your project is assembled and delivered correctly
Dedicated Support Focused on Your Success
You’ll have a dedicated fulfillment account manager to work with you and eliminate the need to follow-up and track items through the warehouse
Integrated Solutions for Maximum Control
Our WMS is a powerful cloud-based warehouse and fulfillment management tool that allows you to produce customized reports, automate billing, and link directly to UPS and FedEx. Improve your cash flow and profitability by reducing backorders, lead times, and obsolescence.
- Real-time access to inventory, receiving, and shipments
- Multi-level order approval and budget tracking by user
- Set automatic replenishment levels or min/max
- Batch processing of electronic orders
- Highly customized reporting available
YOU MAY NEED TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
What print order fulfillment services does B&B provide?
Bradford & Bigelow offers fully integrated print order fulfillment services, including warehousing, pick & pack, kitting & assembly, inventory management, and nationwide distribution. Because printing and fulfillment happen under one roof, clients reduce shipping delays, handling errors, and third-party coordination.
What is in-house fulfillment and why does it matter for print buyers?
In-house fulfillment means your printer also stores, manages, and ships your inventory. Instead of sending finished print materials to your company or an outside 3PL, everything stays within a controlled supply chain. For publishers, this improves speed, lowers freight costs, and increases accountability.
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How does pick and pack book fulfillment work?
For publishers, book fulfillment typically involves:
- Receiving inventory directly from production
- Storing by SKU
- Picking titles based on order requirements
- Packing and labeling for schools, retailers, or direct-to-consumer delivery
Real-time tracking ensures inventory counts and accuracy.
Can B&B handle publisher fulfillment and education materials?
Yes. The system is built for publisher fulfillment, including multi-title programs, curriculum kits, teacher's editions, and supplemental materials.
Inventory can be stored, tracked, replenished, and distributed based on seasonal demand or program launches.
What types of kitting and assembly services are available?
Kitting services support:
- Multi-component educational kits
- Marketing kits
- Subscription-style bundles
- Custom product sets
Whether you have a few SKUs or hundreds of components, kits are assembled accurately before distribution.
Is Bradford & Bigelow a 3PL provider?
B&B functions similarly to a 3PL (third-party logistics provider) but with the added advantage of integrated print manufacturing. This reduces freight transfers and shortens turnaround time compared to using a separate printer and warehouse provider.
How does inventory management work for print materials?
Inventory is managed through a warehouse management system (WMS) that provides:
- Real-time inventory visibility
- Automated reporting
- Order tracking
- Billing integration
- Carrier integration (UPS/FedEx)
This allows publishers to monitor stock levels and plan reprints proactively.
How does integrated print and fulfillment reduce costs?
Combining print production, warehousing, and fulfillment:
- Eliminates extra freight between vendors
- Reduces handling damage
- Speeds order turnaround
- Improves communication
- Minimizes inventory errors
For high-volume print programs, these efficiencies compound quickly.
Can fulfillment scale for high-volume or seasonal programs?
Yes. Integrated warehousing and distribution supports:
- High-SKU programs
- Seasonal education cycles
- Large national rollouts and adoptions
- Direct-to-consumer campaigns
Capacity planning is coordinated directly with production schedules.
Who benefits most from integrated print and fulfillment?
The ideal buyers include:
- Educational and faith-based publishers
- Brands shipping printed materials nationally
- Companies transitioning from internal fulfillment or traditional 3PL fulfillment to an integrated print partner