How
Order Fulfillment Works:
Storage
Make sure your Fulfillment center has a secure, climate
controlled warehouse with storage capacity for you today and for your projected
growth.
For example storage space for DVD’s can be:
Typically you are notified when new inventory is received or if there is any
damage
Pick & Pack
Your
fulfillment center will pick and pack the orders for your customers daily.
Typically you will need to integrate and use their software, website, and/or
shipping preference for tracking. But most offer download capability or SQL
query for more enterprise solutions.
Some Services to Look For:
- Capability to
assemble and pack your merchandise
- Can place
multiple SKU's into one order
- If you have
presealed boxed merchandise, print address labels
- Order
Management Reports of some kind
Shipping
Different
Centers have different carrier preferences. Either way make sure tracking
emails can be automatically sent to your customers.
Ideally you want them to ship Orders Released by Noon, Eastern Time, Ship Same
Day
Total Apps can help you select the fulfillment center that meets your company’s
needs for overall fulfillment all the way down to specific campaigns. In order
to find out more, inquire today!
