APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) — Question 100

A third-party logistics (3PL) provider is planning an expansion of its transportation-based services. Which of the following services is the 3PL likely to offer as part of this expansion?

Answer options

• A. Pool distribution
• B. Inventory management
• C. Cross-docking
• D. Customs brokerage

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Cross-docking is a service that enhances transportation efficiency by transferring products directly from incoming to outgoing transportation, making it a key expansion service for a 3PL. While pool distribution, inventory management, and customs brokerage are valuable services, they do not directly focus on enhancing transportation operations like cross-docking does.