The Home Depot is enhancing its fulfillment operations by investing in flatbed distribution centers (FDCs), with three currently under construction and more planned. This initiative aims to improve delivery speeds, allowing the company to handle larger orders directly to job sites and reduce in-store clutter. The retailer has also expanded its product range at direct fulfillment centers and partnered with third-party providers to enhance delivery experiences. This strategy reflects a broader shift among retailers toward utilizing distribution centers for efficient order fulfillment in response to increasing online shopping demands.

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