Ecommerce delivery expectations are higher than ever. In 2024, 82% of U.S. consumers expected free two-day shipping, up from 75% in 2023, according to Digital Commerce 360. During the same period, U.S. parcel volume rose to 22.37 billion shipments, a 3.4% year-over-year increase, reflecting continued growth in online shopping and shipping demand.
That combination of higher expectations and rising costs has pushed ecommerce brands to rethink where their fulfillment centers are located. Many are moving to the East Coast, especially Pennsylvania, to cut delivery times and zone costs. To understand how to plan your own expansion, read our full guide: Your Guide to Setting Up a U.S. Fulfillment Center.
With over 40% of the U.S. population reachable within one day by ground, Pennsylvania has become one of the most efficient 3PL hubs for nationwide coverage.
Dive Brief
- Pennsylvania’s East Coast location puts half of the U.S. population within one day by ground.
- Fewer shipping zones can reduce costs by up to 25%.
- Split fulfillment across East and West covers 95% of U.S. buyers within three days.
- Dual hubs in Pennsylvania and Nevada provide scalable, coast-to-coast fulfillment.
The Strategic Advantage of a Pennsylvania 3PL Warehouse
1. Prime Location for Fast U.S. Delivery
Pennsylvania sits in the heart of the Northeast Corridor. It provides quick access to major ports (New York/New Jersey and Baltimore), interstate highways (I-76, I-80, I-95), and airports for both domestic and international freight.
For ecommerce brands, that means faster delivery without expensive air shipping. From Lansil Global’s Pennsylvania hub, you can reach:
| Destination | Estimated Ground Transit Time |
|---|---|
| New York, NY | 1 Day |
| Washington, D.C. | 1 Day |
| Chicago, IL | 2 Days |
| Atlanta, GA | 2–3 Days |
| Los Angeles, CA | 4–5 Days |
This coverage allows brands to offer affordable 2–4 day nationwide delivery using ground services, improving customer satisfaction and loyalty.
2. Fewer Shipping Zones, Lower Costs
Every mile matters when shipping at scale. The U.S. carrier system prices shipments by zones, so the fewer zones your package travels, the lower your cost.
By storing inventory in Pennsylvania, ecommerce brands reduce average zone crossings for East Coast and Midwest deliveries by 30–40%. According to ShipMatrix logistics benchmarks, companies that shifted fulfillment from the West Coast to the East Coast saw shipping cost reductions of up to 25% per package, a direct improvement in profit margins without changing carriers or pricing.
3. Inventory Optimization and Split Fulfillment
A single warehouse is rarely enough for scaling brands. Split inventory placement (or distributed fulfillment) helps balance speed and cost by storing products closer to customers.
A Pennsylvania 3PL fits perfectly within a bi-coastal or tri-point network:
| Warehouse Location | Coverage Region | Transit Time to Most Customers |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania (East Coast) | Northeast & Midwest | 1–3 Days |
| Nevada (West Coast) | Western U.S. | 2–4 Days |
| Texas (Central) | South & Midwest | 2–3 Days |
This setup lets brands reach 95% of U.S. customers within 3 days using cost-efficient ground shipping.
Lansil Global follows this exact model with dual U.S. warehouses in Pennsylvania and Nevada, giving brands balanced coverage and flexible fulfillment all year.
4. Flexible Storage and Seasonal Scalability
Ecommerce demand fluctuates rapidly. Sales surge during holidays and major promotions, then slow in off seasons. That is exactly where Lansil Global’s U.S. 3PL warehouses shine.
Having fulfillment hubs on both coasts lets brands shift inventory dynamically, scale space during Q4, and respond to changing sales trends without committing to long term leases.
By operating both Pennsylvania (East Coast) and Nevada (West Coast) fulfillment centers, Lansil Global ensures smooth nationwide coverage even during peak seasons.
5. Simplified Reverse Logistics and Returns
Fast delivery is important, but fast returns build trust. Around 65% of U.S. shoppers check a brand’s return policy before buying, according to Shopify’s 2024 E-commerce Returns Report.
With a Pennsylvania 3PL partner, ecommerce sellers can process exchanges faster, restock items within 48 hours, and reduce losses on returned products. Proximity to major metros like Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and New York helps speed up every part of the process.
6. Integrated Technology and Real-Time Visibility
A strong 3PL is built on more than warehouse space. It is powered by data.
Lansil Global integrates directly with major ecommerce platforms such as Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, and BigCommerce, giving brands:
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Real-time inventory tracking
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Automatic order syncing
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Low-stock alerts
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SKU-level reporting
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Multi-channel fulfillment visibility
This technology helps ecommerce owners make faster, data-driven decisions and avoid costly out-of-stock issues.
7. Easier Import Logistics from China
Many ecommerce brands manufacture in China but fulfill orders in the U.S. Lansil Global connects those operations through its Shenzhen sourcing hub and U.S. warehouses in Pennsylvania and Nevada.
This China-to-U.S. pipeline reduces delays, simplifies customs clearance, and improves quality control. Brands can store inventory in China for production and inspections, then send batches to the U.S. for faster delivery.
Lansil Global supports this model through its China hub and dual U.S. warehouses, paired with direct factory sourcing and in-house quality control. This infrastructure allows brands to scale efficiently without losing control of costs or service quality.
This hybrid approach keeps brands agile, efficient, and fully in control from factory to doorstep.
Running a growing ecommerce brand means balancing speed, cost, and control. A Pennsylvania 3PL warehouse delivers all three. From faster East Coast delivery to nationwide coverage through Nevada, it is one of the most effective fulfillment strategies for scaling brands.
Lansil Global operates U.S. warehouses in both Pennsylvania and Nevada, creating true coast-to-coast coverage for ecommerce brands. This network provides full-service fulfillment, FBA prep, and global logistics solutions that connect your supply chain from factory to customer.
If your brand is ready to simplify logistics, lower costs, and scale with confidence, contact Lansil Global today to discover how our coast-to-coast 3PL network can power your U.S. operations.
