The two most common means are currently order fulfillment and drop shipping. However, it is still up for debate which one is better. Retailers should weigh the pros and cons of both to determine which option is best for them.
When it comes right down to it, the only real difference between the two is where the product is coming from. Order fulfillment services receive customer orders and pick, pack, and ship them themselves, either right from their operation center or from a third-party warehouse. On the other hand, drop shipping is done without any products on-site. The manufacturer receives the order and then sends it to the client, with the fulfillment center serving as the midway point that offers the products and does the order processing.
As noted, there are advantages and disadvantages of both order fulfillment and drop shipping. Here are a few:
Drop shipping is definitely a modern and attractive possibility for retailers, but unless you’re on the cusp of the business and know how to execute a good drop shipping strategy, it might be best to avoid it until you’re prepared. If you fail to execute drop shipping correctly, it stands to heavily tarnish your reputation.
Keeping your stock on hand and constantly being ahead of client demands are the real keys to success in order fulfillment. Having that kind of control puts your company at the forefront of today’s competitive fulfillment services.
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