TOP 5 UK WAREHOUSING MYTHS (THAT COST BUSINESSES MONEY)
- andy8195
- Jan 13
- 1 min read
TOP 5 UK WAREHOUSING MYTHS (THAT COST BUSINESSES MONEY)
Warehousing decisions are often made on assumptions, those assumptions quietly impact margin, service levels & growth.
1️⃣ "Warehousing is just a cost centre"
The right warehouse improves delivery times, strengthens cash flow, reduces errors & enhances customer experience. Poor warehousing silently erodes profit.
2️⃣ "Cheapest space delivers the best value"
Low pallet rates often mask high labour costs, slow turnaround, poor accuracy & limited flexibility. True value comes from performance, not price per pallet.
3️⃣ "Switching warehouse partners is too disruptive"
With the right operator, transitions are structured, low risk & often result in rapid service improvements.
4️⃣ "In-house is always more controlled"
Outsourcing provides access to specialist labour, technology, compliance & scalability - without fixed overheads or long-term exposure.
5️⃣ "Warehousing cannot support growth"
The right partner flexes space, labour & fulfilment as your business evolves, turning warehousing into a growth enabler.
If your warehousing feels more like a constraint than a competitive advantage, it may be time to challenge the status quo.
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