Direct-to-Consumer (D2C)
Direct-to-consumer, or D2C, is a business model in which a company sells products directly to consumers without the use of intermediaries such as distributors or retailers. In this model, companies
Distribution Center (DC)
A distribution center, or DC, is a large facility that is used to store and distribute goods to retailers, wholesalers, and other customers. They play a critical role in the
Distributor
A distributor is a company that acts as an intermediary between a manufacturer and a retailer or end customer. They typically purchase products from a manufacturer and then sell the
Dock Door
A dock door, also known as a “loading dock,” is a doorway or ramp in a loading dock or warehouse used for loading and unloading goods from trucks, trailers, or
Dock Leveler
A dock leveler is a plate at the dock door entrance that is raised and lowered either manually or hydraulically to accommodate trailer floor heights.
Dock Light
A dock light is a light used to illuminate the inside of a trailer in order to aid in the loading and unloading processes.
Dock Plate
A dock plate is a moveable metal plate that is placed between the warehouse dock door and a trailer or railcar and makes it easier/ smoother to access a trailer
Door-to-Door
Door-to-door is a type of delivery service in which goods are transported directly from the shipper’s location to the recipient’s location, without the need for intermediate stops or transfers. It
Double-Deep Storage Lane
A double-deep storage lane is a method of storing product two loads deep in an aisle.
Drayage
Drayage refers to the process where container or piggyback is moved from a rail yard to another location and then that piggyback/container is returned back to the initial pick-up point.
Drive-In Rack
A drive-in rack is storage racking equipment that has side rails to enable warehouse operators to stack product high in deep rows. It provides access only from aisles.