A warehouse, unlike a fulfillment center, usually focuses on providing storage only services or cross docking of goods. Storage is usually conducted on a pallet basis, crate basis, or a square footage basis. While goods will move in and out of the facility, warehouses do not usually focus on the complexities of B2B, B2C, and omnichannel fulfillment services. The size and scope of a warehouse varies depending on its intended use. Today, three major types of warehouses are available.
- On-demand warehouse (provides short-term warehousing on an as needed basis, and usually done in various locations)
- Public warehouse (provides general warehousing services for a multitude of customers)
- Private warehouse (provides warehousing services for a single company)
- Cross dock warehouse (provides short-term warehousing services for a single location)