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Weathering the Storm: How FHI Protects Your Warehouse Operations During Hurricane Season

Written by FHI | Jul 15, 2024 1:53:54 PM

As we approach the 2024 hurricane season, experts predict it will be one of the most active in recent years. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has forecasted above-average hurricane activity, with up to 21 named storms, including 10 hurricanes, of which 5 could be major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher). This prediction underscores the urgent need for businesses, particularly those in warehousing and distribution, to prepare for potential disruptions.

This is where FHI, a leader in managed warehouse labor, comes in as an invaluable partner.

How FHI Can Help

  1. Emergency Response Team

FHI NOW is a rapid response team, able to deploy within 72 hours to reinforce your existing warehouse staff. This team is trained to handle crisis situations, ensuring that your warehouse can continue operations in the face of labor challenges. Their expertise includes:

  1. Workforce Flexibility

One of the significant challenges during a hurricane is workforce availability. FHI NOW provides a flexible labor solution, allowing you to supplement your existing team to handle short term volume. This flexibility ensures that you have the necessary manpower to manage increased workloads during recovery periods.

The Benefits of Partnering with FHI

  1. Expertise and Experience

With decades of experience in managed warehouse labor, FHI has a proven track record of supporting businesses through short-term challenges.

  1. Cost-Effective Solutions

FHI’s scalable workforce solutions remove the burden from you of having to add or reduce staff to accommodate volume shifts. This approach helps predict costs during unpredictable times.

  1. Peace of Mind

Knowing that you have a reliable partner ready to support you during hurricane season provides peace of mind. FHI’s proactive approach to short-term reinforcement labor ensures that your operations can continue with minimal disruption.

As the 2024 hurricane season approaches, now is the time to ensure your warehouse operations are prepared. Partner with FHI to protect your business from the potential impacts of hurricanes. Schedule a consultation with our experts to discuss your specific needs and develop a customized preparedness plan.

By taking proactive steps and partnering with FHI, you can safeguard your warehouse operations and ensure business continuity during even the most active hurricane seasons.

FHI, with over 30 years of experience in providing supply chain labor, has a proven track record of success for wise customers who outsource their warehouse labor. Serving many of the nations most respected brands, we have refined our expertise in labor management, maximizing productivity and efficiency within distribution centers. For companies aiming to stay ahead, partnering with a seasoned provider like FHI offers a proven pathway to combating the Amazon effect and realizing these substantial gains in productivity and efficiency.

For additional information about our Managed Labor Solutions, visit us online at FHIWORKS.com.