How Porter Logistics Achieved 100× Growth with Extensiv

Blog Post September 04, 2025

In the fast-paced world of 3PL, growth isn’t just a metric—it’s mission-critical. Porter Logistics, a leading Atlanta-based 3PL provider, recently unlocked a game-changing transformation by partnering with Extensiv. The result? A staggering 100x growth with Extensiv growth in process efficiency, scalability, and profitability. Here’s how they did it.

The Challenge: Scaling Without Sacrificing Quality

As Porter Logistics expanded into new verticals—cold storage, hazmat, food safety, e-commerce—operational complexity hit a tipping point. Managing multiple SKUs, compliance standards, and order channels manually risked accuracy, service levels, and customer satisfaction.

PORTER NEEDED:

A system capable of handling multi-industry specialties
Real-time visibility across fulfillment workflows
Precise compliance and inventory control
A flexible platform to support ongoing growth

The Solution: Extensiv’s All-in-Onesuite

Porter adopted Extensiv’s Network Manager, 3PL Warehouse Manager, and integrated mobile tools. This unified suite brought together OMS, WMS, inventory control, and transportation logistics on a single easy-to-use platform.

Results included:

Real-time inventory visibility across owned and third-party sites
Automation of routine tasks like order routing and dock scheduling
Seamless integrations through Zebra scanners, EDI/API, and custodial mobile terminals

Impact: Efficiency, Scale, and New Capabilities

By streamlining workflows and automating key operations, Porter achieved remarkable outcomes:

Core processes handled 100× faster
Support for cold storage, hazmat, food-grade, and DTC channels
Real-time data empowering customer service, reduced picking errors, and optimized dock management
Infrastructure ready for exponential growth

Case in Point: Cold-Chain Expansion

To support food, pharma, and specialty chemicals, Porter deployed Extensiv across its new 145,000 ft² cold storage facility (chiller and freezer). Backed by rugged mobile terminals (StrikerX), scanning and inventory tracking in sub-zero environments have been reliable and accurate—down to −20 °F.

Why It Matters for Porter & Clients

For Porter Logistics: Extensiv became their operational backbone, enabling:

Rapid expansion into regulated and complex verticals
Better accuracy, visibility, and compliance
Sustainable scaling without ballooning headcount or headaches

For Porter’s customers: The benefits are palpable:

Accurate, real-time tracking across order channels
Faster, more reliable fulfillment
Compliance built in—no margin for error
A partner infrastructure that keeps pace as they scale

Looking Ahead: Future-Proofed Fulfillment

Partnering with Extensiv didn’t just solve Porter’s challenges—it future-proofed their whole operation. From cold-chain to e-commerce, regulated logistics to rail-served warehousing, they now have a platform that scales with every new venture.

Ready to Unlock Your 100× Potential?

If you’re a brand or manufacturer looking to modernize your distribution, comply with strict vertical standards, or prepare for aggressive growth—Porter Logistics, powered by Extensiv, has the proven path forward.

Contact Porter Logistics today to learn how this combined 3PL + technology solution can revolutionize your supply chain.

About Porter Logistics
A top-tier Atlanta‑based 3PL provider that is one of fastest growing logistics firms in the United States, Porter offers omnichannel warehousing, transportation brokerage, cold‑chain, hazmat, food‑grade, and DTC fulfillment—all backed by full tech integration and rigorous compliance measures.

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