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In this episode of the Launch Your Box podcast, host Sarah Williams interviews Ryan, the founder of Lessgistics, a 35,000‑sq‑ft fulfillment center in Indianapolis that specializes in subscription‑box logistics. Ryan explains his 20‑year supply‑chain background, the evolution from a personal health‑and‑wellness box to a dedicated fulfillment operation, and why subscription boxes require a different approach than generic e‑commerce warehousing. The conversation covers the advantages of outsourcing fulfillment—freeing founders from rent, utilities, labor, and the stress of monthly kitting—so they can focus on product curation and growth. Ryan details Lessgistics’ pricing model, defined by “touches” (each labor action such as inserting an item, adding tissue, labeling) with a base rate of $2 per box for up to six (or eight for >500 boxes) touches and $0.10 per additional touch, plus $15 per pallet per month for storage. He describes how they handle size variations, upgrades, and limited customization using ShipStation and a shared Google Sheet that tracks inventory, builds, and returns. The onboarding workflow includes an introductory call, a customized pricing proposal, a branded routing guide for vendors, and the communication sheet. Minimum volume requirements have recently dropped to about 250‑300 boxes per month, and the center currently serves roughly 20‑22 subscription‑box clients, processing up to 20,000 boxes monthly. Ryan also highlights bulk shipping discounts from high volume, which can reduce per‑box shipping costs by $2‑$3. Finally, he advises box owners to interview multiple fulfillment providers, prioritize those with subscription‑box expertise, and evaluate service quality alongside price. Contact information for Lessgistics (lessgistix.com) is provided.

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