Distribution Alternatives
- Founded
- 1935
- Facilities
- 4
- Warehouse space
- 2,520,610 sq ft
About Distribution Alternatives
Distribution Alternatives (DA) is a full-service third-party logistics provider with fulfillment centers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Los Angeles, California, and Houston, Texas. Founded in 1935, the company brings 90 years of supply chain expertise to its operations, managing fulfillment for over 150 high-growth brands. DA delivers 99.9 percent order accuracy, on-time…
Distribution Alternatives (DA) is a full-service third-party logistics provider with fulfillment centers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Los Angeles, California, and Houston, Texas. Founded in 1935, the company brings 90 years of supply chain expertise to its operations, managing fulfillment for over 150 high-growth brands. DA delivers 99.9 percent order accuracy, on-time fulfillment, and inventory accuracy ratings across its nationwide network. The company provides comprehensive fulfillment services including retail fulfillment and dropshipping, ecommerce fulfillment, B2B fulfillment, and kitting and assembly services. Distribution Alternatives maintains an in-house EDI team and dedicated customer support staff, enabling seamless integration with major retail partners and compliance with demanding retailer requirements. The company operates approximately 2.5 million square feet of combined warehouse space across its four facility locations, offering scalable solutions for brands experiencing rapid growth. DA has established particular expertise in retail fulfillment, supporting brands that sell through big-box retailers and national chains.
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Distribution Alternatives (DA) is a full-service third-party logistics provider with fulfillment centers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Los Angeles, California, and Houston, Texas. Founded in 1935, the company brings 90 years of supply chain expertise to its operations, managing fulfillment for over 150 high-growth brands. DA delivers 99.9 percent order accuracy, on-time fulfillment, and inventory accuracy ratings across its nationwide network. The company provides comprehensive fulfillment services including retail fulfillment and dropshipping, ecommerce fulfillment, B2B fulfillment, and kitting and assembly services. Distribution Alternatives maintains an in-house EDI team and dedicated customer support staff, enabling seamless integration with major retail partners and compliance with demanding retailer requirements. The company operates approximately 2.5 million square feet of combined warehouse space across its four facility locations, offering scalable solutions for brands experiencing rapid growth. DA has established particular expertise in retail fulfillment, supporting brands that sell through big-box retailers and national chains.
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The channels and product types Distribution Alternatives is set up to serve. Information not listed here may still be available. Reach out to our team to confirm.
Product categories
The kinds of products Distribution Alternatives stores, picks, and ships.
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Get MatchedDistribution Alternatives Warehouse Locations
Distribution Alternatives has warehouse locations in California, Minnesota, and Texas.
| Location | Country |
|---|---|
| Bloomington, CA | United States |
| Lino Lakes, Minnesota | United States |
| Brookshire, TX | United States |
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Distribution Alternatives Capabilities
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Fulfillment types
The fulfillment models Distribution Alternatives runs, from direct-to-consumer to marketplace and wholesale.
- Drop shipRetail partner orders shipped to their buyers
- DTC FulfillmentOnline orders shipped straight to consumers
- Retail FulfillmentStore-ready shipments to retail chains
- Returns ProcessingInbound returns inspected and restocked
- Wholesale FulfillmentBulk and pallet orders to buyers
Value added services
Extra services Distribution Alternatives performs on your inventory beyond pick, pack, and ship.
- Cross-DockingCustom PackagingKitting - Labeling or RelabelingKitting - Simple DTC AssemblyKitting & AssemblyLogistics - Domestic (FTL & LTL)RepackagingShrink wrapping
Specialty solutions
Specialized programs and product handling Distribution Alternatives is set up for.
Distribution Alternatives Technology and Integrations
The warehouse management system and the storefront, marketplace, and EDI connections Distribution Alternatives works with.
Warehouse management system
The software Distribution Alternatives runs its warehouse on: receiving, inventory, picking, and shipping.
- Proprietary / Custom-Built
Sales channels & integrations
The storefronts, marketplaces, and tools Distribution Alternatives connects to for orders, inventory, and shipping data.
Amazon- B2B (Retail)
- B2B (Wholesale)
BigCommerce- Custom API
- Direct To Consumer (DTC)
NetSuite- Omnichannel
Shopify
Walmart
WooCommerce
QuickBooks
EDI
- Distribution Alternatives supports EDI connections for retail and wholesale compliance.
Distribution Alternatives Shipping and Support
How Distribution Alternatives supports brand clients.
Support channels
How brand clients reach Distribution Alternatives's team day to day.
- Account Manager
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Distribution Alternatives Pricing
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What a 3PL quote covers
- ReceivingUnloading and checking inbound stock
- StorageCharged per pallet, bin or shelf, per month
- Pick and packUsually a base order fee plus a per item fee
- Kitting and assemblyBundles, inserts and retail displays
- Returns processingInspection, restocking or disposal
- ShippingCarrier rates, often at the provider's negotiated pricing
Rates depend on your order volume, storage profile and services, so Distribution Alternatives quotes them per brand.
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Distribution Alternatives FAQs
What fulfillment services does Distribution Alternatives provide?
Distribution Alternatives offers e-commerce fulfillment, business-to-business distribution, retail fulfillment, drop shipping, kitting and assembly, and freight brokerage. The company also provides value-added services such as custom labeling, promotional pack-outs, subscription box assembly, influencer kits, and retail display builds.
What industries does Distribution Alternatives serve?
Distribution Alternatives works with brands across cosmetics, supplements, health and beauty, toys, electronics, consumer packaged goods, food and beverage, household goods, pet products, subscription boxes, and baby products. The company currently manages fulfillment for over 150 high-growth brands.
Where are Distribution Alternatives warehouses located?
Distribution Alternatives operates over 2 million square feet of warehouse space across three strategic locations: Lino Lakes, Minnesota (403,000 SF), Bloomington, California (1,252,000 SF), and Brookshire, Texas (855,000 SF). This geographic spread enables two-day delivery reach to most U.S. customers.
What are Distribution Alternatives order accuracy and performance metrics?
Distribution Alternatives reports 99.9 percent order accuracy, 99.9 percent on-time fulfillment, and 99.9 percent inventory accuracy across its operations. The company has maintained these performance standards while managing fulfillment for more than 150 brands.
Does Distribution Alternatives offer EDI and technology integrations?
Distribution Alternatives provides in-house EDI solutions with a dedicated customer support team and 24/7 web-based data reporting. The company handles complex retail compliance requirements including UCC-128 labeling and vendor-specific routing guides for major box store retailers.
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