FAQs
The questions behind
a confident decision.
Practical answers about service fit, pricing, stock, integrations and moving to CSG 3PL. Your agreed proposal sets the specific operating arrangements.
Service fit
What does a third-party logistics provider do?
A 3PL can receive and store inventory, prepare orders, coordinate dispatch and support related work such as returns or packaging. The exact services depend on your product range and the agreed scope.
Can CSG fulfil ecommerce and wholesale orders?
CSG supports ecommerce fulfilment and B2B carton or pallet dispatch. Different channels can have different case packs, labels and packing rules, which are reviewed during the service assessment.
Which products can CSG accept?
Describe the exact products, dimensions, weights, packaging and any special requirements. Product acceptance is confirmed before stock is sent. Specialist, hazardous, temperature-sensitive or unusually heavy goods require a specific review.
Is there a minimum volume or contract term?
Minimum charges, volume conditions and contract terms are commercial matters to confirm in your tailored proposal. The planner does not imply a minimum-free arrangement.
Costs and storage
Why does the calculator show items to be quoted?
Some services depend on product details or confirmed commercial rules. The planner keeps those items visible instead of treating an unknown price as zero. Your tailored quote confirms the applicable service prices.
Does the estimate include shipping?
Outbound freight is excluded unless you enter your own freight budget. Customer-entered freight is shown separately and is not a CSG carrier quote. Return postage included in a return-label service must not be added again.
How are CBM and pallet storage different?
CBM storage is based on cubic metres under the applicable daily rate and minimum rules. Pallet storage is assessed under the agreed pallet definition and billing period. Dimensions, stock age and ownership can affect the quote.
Can I estimate costs with no monthly orders?
Yes. Storage or other selected recurring services may still apply. Cost per order is not applicable when there are no orders.
Are costs shown including GST?
The planner uses Australian dollars excluding GST. It asks you to enter any freight budget on the same basis. Applicable GST treatment and final invoicing are confirmed in the commercial quote.
Operations and technology
Can my store connect to the warehouse workflow?
Tell CSG the platform, applications and business systems involved. Connections, data requirements, testing and setup costs are confirmed for your specific configuration.
What dispatch commitment applies?
Operating days, cut-off times, eligible orders and dispatch arrangements are agreed in the service plan. Carrier delivery services and transit expectations are a separate part of the scope.
What happens to returned stock?
Your instructions set the condition checks and next action. Receiving, inspection, repacking and restocking are separate steps; only eligible and authorised products return to saleable stock.
Can I use branded packaging or create kits?
CSG can discuss branded packing, inserts, kitting and labelling. Provide the specification, material supply plan, quantities and finished example so the handling can be assessed.
Can I visit or deliver stock to the warehouse?
Arrange warehouse visits, deliveries and unloading requirements directly with CSG before attending or dispatching stock. The team confirms the correct location and receiving details.
Getting started
How do I request a quote?
Use the short quote form with your business details, product range, monthly volume and services. You can attach a service plan from the calculator without re-entering those inputs.
What is the detailed questionnaire for?
It collects the operating information needed for a fuller assessment: orders, products, stock, inbound deliveries, fulfilment requirements, systems and transition. Revenue information is optional.
Can I move from another 3PL?
Yes, discuss the stock, data, open orders and timing of the move. The transition plan should cover reconciliation, responsibilities, testing and the point at which orders change location.
How quickly can we start?
CSG agrees timing after reviewing your service requirements, product data, integration work, stock readiness and capacity. No fixed start date is promised by the website.
