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Distribution Alternatives Third party logistics. Warehouse fulfillment. We understand the need for exceptional customer service and I.T. support.

Our 81 years of supply chain experience has taught us that our complete offering of distribution and third-party logistic services do not end at the warehouse. We listen to our clients and support their needs, but our flexibility is just one of the things that separates us from our competition.

At Ulta, peak season means more beauty products, promotional orders, and inventory moving through the supply chain.For U...
10/16/2026

At Ulta, peak season means more beauty products, promotional orders, and inventory moving through the supply chain.

For Ulta Beauty suppliers, compliance starts with accurate information.

Requirements include six major compliance categories, with specific expectations for shipping accuracy, EDI transactions, order quantities, labeling, and packaging.

One detail worth remembering: Ulta's supplier compliance scorecard is updated weekly through its Supplier Portal.

Keep your beauty fulfillment on track. Explore DA's Ulta Vendor Compliance Guide.

https://www.daserv.com/ulta-vendor-compliance-guide/

10/13/2026

Peak season puts pressure on delivery schedules, but Walmart suppliers need to think beyond getting shipments to the distribution center on time.

Walmart's compliance framework includes two important programs:

**OTIF** On-Time In-Full performance, including delivery timing and ordered quantities.

**SQEP** Supplier Quality Excellence Program, which addresses purchase order accuracy, labeling, and packaging requirements.

Meeting delivery windows matters, but so does making sure every shipment is properly prepared and documented.

Shipping to Walmart this peak season? Review the compliance requirements that keep orders moving: https://www.daserv.com/walmart-vendor-compliance-guide/

Higher order volumes, tighter shipping schedules, and increased fulfillment demands can put even the most established su...
10/09/2026

Higher order volumes, tighter shipping schedules, and increased fulfillment demands can put even the most established supply chains to the test.

One thing doesn't change during peak season: 𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨.

From routing and labeling to EDI accuracy and shipping deadlines, small mistakes can lead to costly delays, chargebacks, and missed opportunities.

At DA, we understand the importance of getting the details right, especially when volume is high.

Don't let compliance issues slow your peak season momentum. Explore our Retail Compliance Resource Hub for retailer-specific guides and practical insights to keep your operations on track.

https://www.daserv.com/retail-compliance-resource-hub/

Target, Walmart, Ulta Beauty, Sephora, Nordstrom, CVS, Walgreens, TJ Maxx, Lowe's, Home Depot, and other major retailers...
10/07/2026

Target, Walmart, Ulta Beauty, Sephora, Nordstrom, CVS, Walgreens, TJ Maxx, Lowe's, Home Depot, and other major retailers each have their own vendor requirements.

Managing those requirements becomes even more important when fulfillment volume increases.

Before another busy week begins, ask:
𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁? 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗗𝗜 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗹𝘆? 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱? 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗱𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱? 𝗗𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲?

DA's Retail Compliance Resource Hub brings retailer-specific guides and resources together in one place.

Know the rules during the rush. Explore DA's Retail Compliance Resource Hub: https://www.daserv.com/retail-compliance-resource-hub/

Peak season is putting retail fulfillment operations to the test.As order volume increases, maintaining accurate invento...
10/02/2026

Peak season is putting retail fulfillment operations to the test.

As order volume increases, maintaining accurate inventory, EDI, labeling, routing, and retailer compliance becomes even more important.

Our latest article covers key areas brands should review to keep fulfillment operations on track throughout peak season.

Read the new blog and put your peak season compliance strategy to the test.

https://www.daserv.com/peak-season-retail-compliance-are-you-ready-for-the-rush/

We’re proud to see our involvement with IWLA continue to grow through the new Women of Warehousing Council.The Women of ...
09/30/2026

We’re proud to see our involvement with IWLA continue to grow through the new Women of Warehousing Council.

The Women of Warehousing Council brings together women leaders from across the 3PL industry for mentorship, education, peer support, networking, and shared learning.

Distribution Alternatives is proud to have members of our team contributing to this new community and supporting opportunities for women to connect, grow, and lead throughout the warehousing industry.

Learn more about the IWLA Women of Warehousing Council: https://iwla.com/women-of-warehousing-council/

We’re proud to be part of a community that helps move the warehouse logistics industry forward.As an active member of th...
09/22/2026

We’re proud to be part of a community that helps move the warehouse logistics industry forward.

As an active member of the International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA), Distribution Alternatives has opportunities to connect with fellow 3PL professionals, exchange ideas, participate in industry groups, and continue learning from leaders across warehouse logistics.

It’s one more way we stay connected, informed, and ready to support our clients as their logistics needs evolve.

Read more about our involvement with IWLA:

https://www.daserv.com/proud-to-be-an-iwla-member/

New Target business can bring a long list of new operational requirements.𝘿𝘼'𝙨 𝙏𝙖𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙡 𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙫...
09/17/2026

New Target business can bring a long list of new operational requirements.

𝘿𝘼'𝙨 𝙏𝙖𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙡 𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣.

DA serves as Vendor of Record with Target and manages the warehousing and fulfillment services, helping participating brands simplify Target-specific logistics and compliance.

𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗘𝗗𝗜 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁. 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. 𝗗𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁.

Ready to simplify the operational side of your Target business? Talk with DA about Target Shared Services and see how we can help streamline EDI, fulfillment, compliance, and day-to-day ex*****on.

Connect with our team to learn more: https://www.daserv.com/target-beauty-studio-is-here/

09/11/2026

Target Beauty Studio is here and it may be brand new but DA's experience supporting Target business isn't.

Our Target sales history dates to 1964, with Shared Services experience dating to 1981.

That experience matters when growing brands suddenly need to navigate more inventory, more orders, EDI, routing, retailer requirements, compliance and national distribution.

If your brand has been awarded Target business, let's talk about what's next. Learn more: https://www.daserv.com/target-beauty-studio-is-here/

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6870 21st Avenue South
Centerville, MN
55038

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 3:30pm
Thursday 7am - 3:30pm
Friday 7am - 3:30pm

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(800) 346-3245

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