How many fulfillment centers do I need?
A single-warehouse model can begin eroding margins as order volume increases and customer demand clusters geographically. At the right stage, a multi-warehouse fulfillment strategy becomes strategic. Here are three signs you need to expand beyond one fulfillment center:
- You’ve reached sustainable order volume (5,000+ monthly orders)
- A large percentage of your orders ship to one region
- Your products require specialized handling
Read more on the benefits of multiple fulfillment centers on our blog.


