3PLs:
A)Typically only operate fulfillment centers.
B)Consolidate storage and shipments across customers.
C)Increase supply chain risk.
D)Have minimal investment in information systems.

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3PLs (third-party logistics providers) specialize in consolidating storage and shipments across multiple customers, reducing overall logistics costs and increasing efficiency. They may also provide additional services such as transportation, inventory management, and order fulfillment, but their primary focus is on consolidating logistics operations. This can actually help reduce supply chain risk by minimizing the impact of disruptions on any single customer. 3PLs typically have significant investments in information systems to track and manage logistics operations across multiple clients.