Shipping
Dropshipping has become one of the most popular business models in ecommerce and for good reason. It’s a simple idea, which is just one of the reasons why it’s become so popular. Stores simply allow third-parties (dropshippers) to fulfill orders for them. So when a customer orders a product from an ecommerce store or website, that store then orders the product from a dropshipper, who sends the product straight to the customer. Without the need to have a massive inventory on hand, vendors can provide customers with the products they need when they need them. Thanks to low capital investment, brands can also scale much faster, but they’re increasingly reliant on dropshipping suppliers. There are issues though. Brands that use dropshippers lose control over the customer experience, and orders can quickly become disjointed. That’s even more of a risk if you choose the wrong dropshipping supplier. When it comes to…
When it comes to online marketplaces, shipping is one of the most important aspects of the customer experience. After all, customers want their items as soon as possible, and they don’t want to pay too much for shipping. In this article, we’ll teach you how to design an efficient shipping strategy for your online marketplace. Importance of Convenient and Fast ShippingDirect versus Indirect ShippingLocal and International ShippingNext-day ShippingDisplaying Shipping Information on the WebsiteReturns and RefundsHow to Design an Efficient Shipping Strategy Importance of Convenient and Fast Shipping Shipping is a fundamental part of any ecommerce business. The faster and more convenient you can make shipping, the better chance your customers will have to buy from you. Do you know how much time it takes for someone to make a purchase on your website? One second. That’s all the time they have before they move on to the next site, or…