Efficient storage solutions for fashion
Rhenus offers logistics solutions that are tailored to the individual needs of each brand and its sales channels - regardless of whether your activities are based on wholesale, multi-channel or retail sales, our specialists will adapt the solutions in such a way as to best meet your requirements.
Thanks to our warehousing capabilities throughout Europe and active knowledge exchange, we are able to conduct complex logistics operations for fashion companies, regardless of whether they operate in the B2B or B2C channel. Our priority is comprehensive support in the development of our clients' business by constantly searching for new solutions and locations.
Flexibility and the ability to respond to changes allow us to ensure continuity of supplies and customer service regardless of the situation - we perfectly adapt to market dynamics, coping with both periods of increased demand and volume declines.
Logistics in the fashion industry – VAS
Additional services, also called Value-Added Services, are a key part of today's logistics operations. These are special operations performed outside the standard warehouse and transport process, which affect the commercial value of stored products. The following is an overview of some value-added services offered by Rhenus in the area of warehousing.
Labeling
Labeling standards is a key element of logistics in the international market, which also allows you to comply with trade regulationsprevailing in different countries. Specialists from Rhenus are perfectly familiar with labeling processes, as well as the requirements in this context, specific to various markets and trading platforms.
The high-quality warehousing services we offer for fashion companies include a number of complementary activities - in order to meet the criteria applicable on the target market, when labeling products, it is often necessary to additionally secure them or change the label. In some cases, it is necessary to additionally reposition products and relabel their labels.
An important element of warehousing optimization in the fashion sector is also the translation of barcode specifications - this solution helps adapt markings to the specifications of retail customers. Thanks to this, we provide access to various trading platforms, thus opening alternative routes to the market for our clients.
Gift wrapping
With us, it is possible to ship clothing goods in attractive gift packaging. This solution is not only seasonal - packaging of the assortment is a service that we provide all year round. Entrepreneurs may decide to pack gifts for single products, as well as for several goods intended to be combined into one gift packaging.
Returns handling
Customers expect their returned shipments to be processed quickly - effective returns management is therefore one of the most important factors influencing the competitiveness of sellers. Regardless of the scale of operations and the location in which you operate, our company will provide you with global support in the form of effective returns management - Rhenus Group professionals accept returned shipments, organize the collection of returned products and deliver them back to the central warehouse or return point.
Returns management is not only the process of accepting and returning products - our company ensures sustainable storage in the fashion sector by assessing the condition of the returned goods, checking for possible damage and assessing the possibility of repairs. Products that do not show any signs of use can be repackaged and relabeled on site, so they will quickly return to stock, minimizing losses. Damaged products are, in turn, subject to recycling or disposal.
Embroidery
In order to meet the growing needs for personalization of clothing products, our brand has expanded its offer to include sewing and embroidery services. We carry out single and multiple orders - these projects include both small tailoring work and various types of personalization, including embroidering initials on bathrobes or names on school uniforms and sportswear. The Rhenus Polska team has specialized knowledge and advanced tools that allow the preparation of an aesthetic product in accordance with rigorous quality standards.
Refreshing and ironing
Stored textiles and clothing are additionally refreshed and ironed both before shipping to customers and as part of the return processing business. This is an extremely important stage when completing the order, because properly prepared goods result in a higher quality standard of the delivered products.
Foiling wrapping
Foil wrapping is one of the most effective ways to protect products against dirt and damage. It is especially recommended for high-quality clothes, such as evening dresses, suits or clothes made of delicate fabrics. Covering the goods with foil is also an element of proper presentation - products packed in elegant protection make a more exclusive impression, which may affect the perception of the brand by customers. Attention to detail and the quality of packaging are elements that build a positive image of the company.
Effective warehouse management for the fashion industry: infrastructure and automation
At Rhenus, we focus on effective inventory management in fashion through the automation of warehouse activities. Depending on the complexity and size of the operation and the future development prospects of the client's company we serve, specialists select appropriate solutions in the area of modern technologies, such as autonomous robots, in order to best meet the unique needs of the entire business.
By implementing solutions based on "Smart Big Data", we gain full insight into the logistics processes inside the warehouse - this is especially important in the case of the fashion sector, where changes are often made to the product range, related to, among others, with the seasonality of the collection. The automation tools we use help us to optimize each stage of warehouse operations - from receiving to picking orders and delivering them to end customers.
When is it worth choosing warehouse outsourcing for fashion companies?
Warehouse outsourcing is a strategic solution that is increasingly used by both large fashion concerns and companies just taking their first steps in the fashion industry. Transferring responsibility for warehouse processes to an external entity allows entrepreneurs to focus on strategic business goals related to the design and production of clothing.
It is also worth adding that logistics and warehousing specialists have knowledge and experience in the effective storage of clothing and fashion - outsourcing cooperation allows entrepreneurs to avoid problems with excessive or insufficient inventory, especially in the case of the dynamic fashion market, which requires exceptional flexibility and quick response to changing trends and demand.
One of the key benefits of warehouse outsourcing for fashion companies is the access to extensive logistics infrastructure. The Rhenus Group is associated with over 180 large logistics centers around the world. Our warehouse locations are located in Europe, North America, Africa, Asia and Oceania. We help clients reach foreign markets, taking into account their chosen business model.
Contact us for more details
Rhenus Polska is one of the largest suppliers of a wide range of logistics solutions for companies, supporting sustainable warehousing in the fashion sector. We offer professional warehousing services, enriching them with several added-value services. Would you like to learn more about our company's activities? Our experts are awaiting your contact.