Fulfillment Unpacked Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/fulfillment-unpacked Fulfillment Unpacked is the podcast where 3PL operators go behind the scenes. We share candid conversations, lessons learned, and expert insights from the people shaping modern logistics—so you can run a smarter, more profitable warehouse. 2025 Boxtalk eef2fea4-6319-5214-942f-318c2249fff9 no Scott Harward en Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:27:19 -0600 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:43:18 -0700 https://boxtalk.ai https://img.transistor.fm/2KhcWJxKx7SQdxSOhgYt7Rx_yixjlQdngb4Wf3tG7vA/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wMWE3/OTY0YmVkNzg0OTYy/M2VhNjZiNWYwYjE5/MWMwOS5qcGc.jpg Fulfillment Unpacked https://boxtalk.ai episodic Boxtalk Fulfillment Unpacked is the podcast where 3PL operators go behind the scenes. We share candid conversations, lessons learned, and expert insights from the people shaping modern logistics—so you can run a smarter, more profitable warehouse. Fulfillment Unpacked is the podcast where 3PL operators go behind the scenes. 3PL, logistics, founder Boxtalk No No Returns, Risks, and Real Growth: Insights from Nate Schisler 4 4 Returns, Risks, and Real Growth: Insights from Nate Schisler full f82f83c9-dd35-4a9f-bfa6-66575d35a51d https://share.transistor.fm/s/d1e5e9bf What does it really take to grow a 3PL without drowning in debt—or losing money on “cheap” decisions?

In this episode of Fulfillment Unpacked, Scott Harward sits down with Nate Schisler, co-founder of Maven Circular and operator of MFR, a specialty 3PL focused on returns. Nate brings a rare mix of enterprise experience from brands like Lululemon and hands-on lessons from bootstrapping his own 50,000-square-foot warehouse.

We dive into:

  • Why you should think of returns as cash, not cost
  • The hidden risks of taking the “cheapest” option in logistics
  • How to balance revenue and space when scaling a 3PL
  • The mindset shift operators need to survive in today’s market

If you’re running a warehouse or working with 3PLs, this conversation will help you see where growth opportunities—and risks—really are.


Subscribe to Fulfillment Unpacked for more stories and strategies from leaders in the logistics and fulfillment industry.

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In this episode of Fulfillment Unpacked, Scott Harward sits down with Nate Schisler, co-founder of Maven Circular and operator of MFR, a specialty 3PL focused on returns. Nate brings a rare mix of enterprise experience from brands like Lululemon and hands-on lessons from bootstrapping his own 50,000-square-foot warehouse.

We dive into:

  • Why you should think of returns as cash, not cost
  • The hidden risks of taking the “cheapest” option in logistics
  • How to balance revenue and space when scaling a 3PL
  • The mindset shift operators need to survive in today’s market

If you’re running a warehouse or working with 3PLs, this conversation will help you see where growth opportunities—and risks—really are.


Subscribe to Fulfillment Unpacked for more stories and strategies from leaders in the logistics and fulfillment industry.

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In this episode of Fulfillment Unpacked, Scott Harward sits down with Nate Schisler, co-founder of Maven Circular and operator of MFR, a specialty 3PL focused on returns. Nate brings a rare mix of enterprise experience from brands like Lululemon and hands-on lessons from bootstrapping his own 50,000-square-foot warehouse.

We dive into:

  • Why you should think of returns as cash, not cost
  • The hidden risks of taking the “cheapest” option in logistics
  • How to balance revenue and space when scaling a 3PL
  • The mindset shift operators need to survive in today’s market

If you’re running a warehouse or working with 3PLs, this conversation will help you see where growth opportunities—and risks—really are.


Subscribe to Fulfillment Unpacked for more stories and strategies from leaders in the logistics and fulfillment industry.

]]> 3PL, logistics, founder No Scott Harward Casey Winans: Why 3PLs Fail at WMS (and How to Choose the Right One) | Fulfillment Unpacked 3 3 Casey Winans: Why 3PLs Fail at WMS (and How to Choose the Right One) | Fulfillment Unpacked full 4445a62d-11e7-487d-82d4-441b69aa5abb https://share.transistor.fm/s/4e104013 Too many 3PLs burn cash and time chasing the wrong warehouse management system (WMS). In this episode of Fulfillment Unpacked, Scott Harward sits down with Casey Winans—founder of Fullstride and veteran WMS consultant—to break down the biggest mistakes 3PLs make, why timing matters more than hype, and how to actually set your warehouse up for scale.

Inside the conversation:
- The most outrageous WMS purchase story Casey has ever seen
- Why sub-$10M 3PLs struggle with software adoption
- How to know when you’re duct-taping systems vs. building for growth
- The tech trends that are overhyped—and the ones about to change the game
- What Casey would fix first if given $250,000 to overhaul a warehouse

If you run a 3PL—or are on the brink of upgrading your systems—this episode will help you cut through the noise, avoid seven-figure mistakes, and choose the tech path that actually matches your business.

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Inside the conversation:
- The most outrageous WMS purchase story Casey has ever seen
- Why sub-$10M 3PLs struggle with software adoption
- How to know when you’re duct-taping systems vs. building for growth
- The tech trends that are overhyped—and the ones about to change the game
- What Casey would fix first if given $250,000 to overhaul a warehouse

If you run a 3PL—or are on the brink of upgrading your systems—this episode will help you cut through the noise, avoid seven-figure mistakes, and choose the tech path that actually matches your business.

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Inside the conversation:
- The most outrageous WMS purchase story Casey has ever seen
- Why sub-$10M 3PLs struggle with software adoption
- How to know when you’re duct-taping systems vs. building for growth
- The tech trends that are overhyped—and the ones about to change the game
- What Casey would fix first if given $250,000 to overhaul a warehouse

If you run a 3PL—or are on the brink of upgrading your systems—this episode will help you cut through the noise, avoid seven-figure mistakes, and choose the tech path that actually matches your business.

]]> 3PL, logistics, founder No Scott Harward Building Trust and Avoiding Bad Clients in 3PL | Fulfillment Unpacked 2 2 Building Trust and Avoiding Bad Clients in 3PL | Fulfillment Unpacked full 68e79a66-8d1b-403a-b6d8-7e21d93397ab https://share.transistor.fm/s/d8d66c02 Running a 3PL isn’t about packing boxes—it’s about trust. In this episode of Fulfillment Unpacked, host Scott Harward talks with Seth Gilland and Gifford Pace from Fulfillment Strategies International (FSI) about the realities of running and scaling a 3PL.

Together, they unpack:

- Why fulfillment is never “slow” (and how missed deadlines destroy margin)
- How to build trust and long-term partnerships with clients
- The biggest red flags that warn a client is about to leave
- When to say no—and why walking away can protect your business
- The cultural shift from corporate logistics (UPS) to entrepreneurial 3PL

If you’re a 3PL operator, warehouse leader, or fulfillment professional, this conversation will help you avoid costly mistakes, strengthen client relationships, and run a smarter warehouse.

👉 Subscribe to Fulfillment Unpacked for more real stories, practical lessons, and strategies for warehouse leaders.

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Together, they unpack:

- Why fulfillment is never “slow” (and how missed deadlines destroy margin)
- How to build trust and long-term partnerships with clients
- The biggest red flags that warn a client is about to leave
- When to say no—and why walking away can protect your business
- The cultural shift from corporate logistics (UPS) to entrepreneurial 3PL

If you’re a 3PL operator, warehouse leader, or fulfillment professional, this conversation will help you avoid costly mistakes, strengthen client relationships, and run a smarter warehouse.

👉 Subscribe to Fulfillment Unpacked for more real stories, practical lessons, and strategies for warehouse leaders.

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Together, they unpack:

- Why fulfillment is never “slow” (and how missed deadlines destroy margin)
- How to build trust and long-term partnerships with clients
- The biggest red flags that warn a client is about to leave
- When to say no—and why walking away can protect your business
- The cultural shift from corporate logistics (UPS) to entrepreneurial 3PL

If you’re a 3PL operator, warehouse leader, or fulfillment professional, this conversation will help you avoid costly mistakes, strengthen client relationships, and run a smarter warehouse.

👉 Subscribe to Fulfillment Unpacked for more real stories, practical lessons, and strategies for warehouse leaders.

]]> 3PL, logistics, founder No Scott Harward Bill Carlin: From E-Commerce Seller to 3PL Leader | Fulfillment Unpacked 1 1 Bill Carlin: From E-Commerce Seller to 3PL Leader | Fulfillment Unpacked full ef814183-abc3-4f3a-b18e-433a322dce74 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3949ed63 Bill Carlin went from selling millions on Amazon to running Shipmate Fulfillment — a 3PL that’s built on communication, community, and surviving the wildest peaks in e-commerce.

In this episode of Fulfillment Unpacked, Bill shares:

 - How he pivoted from merchant to 3PL founder
 - Why communication is the #1 key to handling sales spikes
 - Behind-the-scenes stories from COVID toilet paper craziness to delivering 200,000 Christmas gifts
 - How networking with other operators leads to game-changing ideas

Whether you’re a warehouse operator, e-commerce seller, or logistics pro, you’ll walk away with strategies you can use to improve operations and build lasting partnerships.

 Subscribe for more real stories and strategies from 3PL operators and industry leaders.

]]> Bill Carlin went from selling millions on Amazon to running Shipmate Fulfillment — a 3PL that’s built on communication, community, and surviving the wildest peaks in e-commerce.

In this episode of Fulfillment Unpacked, Bill shares:

 - How he pivoted from merchant to 3PL founder
 - Why communication is the #1 key to handling sales spikes
 - Behind-the-scenes stories from COVID toilet paper craziness to delivering 200,000 Christmas gifts
 - How networking with other operators leads to game-changing ideas

Whether you’re a warehouse operator, e-commerce seller, or logistics pro, you’ll walk away with strategies you can use to improve operations and build lasting partnerships.

 Subscribe for more real stories and strategies from 3PL operators and industry leaders.

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In this episode of Fulfillment Unpacked, Bill shares:

 - How he pivoted from merchant to 3PL founder
 - Why communication is the #1 key to handling sales spikes
 - Behind-the-scenes stories from COVID toilet paper craziness to delivering 200,000 Christmas gifts
 - How networking with other operators leads to game-changing ideas

Whether you’re a warehouse operator, e-commerce seller, or logistics pro, you’ll walk away with strategies you can use to improve operations and build lasting partnerships.

 Subscribe for more real stories and strategies from 3PL operators and industry leaders.

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