{"id":2776,"date":"2023-09-25T12:28:31","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T04:28:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/?p=2776"},"modified":"2023-10-06T13:08:55","modified_gmt":"2023-10-06T05:08:55","slug":"inventory-management-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/en-hk\/blog\/business\/inventory-management-software\/","title":{"rendered":"eCommerce Fulfillment 101: A Guide to Inventory Management Software"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"fws_69eb795015faf\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2779\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91.jpeg\" alt=\"Streamlining Fulfillment Operations: A Guide to Inventory Management Software\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" title=\"Spaceship E-commerce Logistics. Ship Worldwide with the Best Rate\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91-12x12.jpeg 12w, https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91-100x100.jpeg 100w, https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91-140x140.jpeg 140w, https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91-500x500.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91-350x350.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91-1000x1000.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sshipmkt_astronaut_managing_a_futuristic_warehouse_by_using_a_t_b939f4da-e2d9-40f0-a0ce-90aba8f01f91-800x800.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Operating an eCommerce business introduces all kinds of logistical challenges. As you scale from packing boxes yourself to managing large volumes of orders, fulfillment can quickly become complex and unwieldy. Delayed shipments, order errors, and inventory mishaps end up eating into both profits and customer satisfaction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">That&#8217;s where order fulfillment software comes in. Modern solutions can automate fulfillment workflows, provide inventory control, integrate shipping, and give you the visibility you need to optimize operations. In this guide, we&#8217;ll cover:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Key features to look for in order fulfillment systems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Benefits for growing ecommerce businesses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How software can improve inventory management<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We&#8217;ll also see how Spaceship leverages fulfillment software to simplify logistics for online sellers. Let&#8217;s dive in!<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_55 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" >What you&#039;ll learn in this article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69eb79501a040\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #8224e3;color:#8224e3\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #8224e3;color:#8224e3\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"item-69eb79501a040\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/en-hk\/blog\/business\/inventory-management-software\/#Must-Have_Fulfillment_Software_Features\" title=\"Must-Have Fulfillment Software Features\">Must-Have Fulfillment Software Features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/en-hk\/blog\/business\/inventory-management-software\/#Connect_with_Spaceship_Fulfillment\" title=\"Connect with Spaceship Fulfillment.\">Connect with Spaceship Fulfillment.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/en-hk\/blog\/business\/inventory-management-software\/#Why_Small_Businesses_Need_Fulfillment_Software\" title=\"Why Small Businesses Need Fulfillment Software\">Why Small Businesses Need Fulfillment Software<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/en-hk\/blog\/business\/inventory-management-software\/#Maintaining_Order_Through_Inventory_Management\" title=\"Maintaining Order Through Inventory Management\">Maintaining Order Through Inventory Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/en-hk\/blog\/business\/inventory-management-software\/#Tips_for_Peak_Season_Inventory_Management\" title=\"Tips for Peak Season Inventory Management\">Tips for Peak Season Inventory Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/en-hk\/blog\/business\/inventory-management-software\/#Use_FIFO_to_Better_Manage_Your_Inventory\" title=\"Use FIFO to Better Manage Your Inventory\">Use FIFO to Better Manage Your Inventory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/en-hk\/blog\/business\/inventory-management-software\/#Spaceship_Powers_Simplified_Fulfillment\" title=\"Spaceship Powers Simplified Fulfillment\">Spaceship Powers Simplified Fulfillment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Must-Have_Fulfillment_Software_Features\"><\/span><b>Must-Have Fulfillment Software Features<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Order fulfillment tools on the market offer an array of capabilities. As you evaluate options, here are some key features to look for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Integration with eCommerce platforms like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopify.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shopify<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amazon<\/a>, and custom storefronts. This allows orders to flow directly into the fulfillment system.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Accounting software integration to sync order and inventory data with your books.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Scalability to grow as your business expands.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Warehouse management for picking, packing and inventory control.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shipping integration to purchase labels, compare rates across carriers, and track packages.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Custom workflow configuration to match your unique order processes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Analytics and reporting to identify trends and optimize operations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">B2B and B2C order capabilities to support different order types.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ecommerce-focused features like branded packing slips and emails.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Onboarding and training to get up to speed quickly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Intuitive interface for easy daily use.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Also consider the level of support and how exceptions like backorders are handled. 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padding-bottom: 100px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop using-bg-color\"  style=\"background-color: #f7f7f7; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<p><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Small_Businesses_Need_Fulfillment_Software\"><\/span><b>Why Small Businesses Need Fulfillment Software<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For small eCommerce businesses, fulfillment software provides major benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Automates manual tasks like order processing, address label printing, and status updates.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Centralized dashboard to manage orders from anywhere.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Inventory tracking across all warehouse locations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Increased order accuracy by reducing errors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Faster order processing with workflow automation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lower labor costs with fewer warehouse staff needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">All of this boosts productivity and allows you to scale without added headcount. Software handles the busywork so you can focus on strategic growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/en-hk\/blog\/business\/small-business-ecommerce-fulfillment\/\"><strong><span style=\"color: #4b00f9\">Learn more: Small Business eCommerce Fulfillment: Simplifying Order Processing for Success<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintaining_Order_Through_Inventory_Management\"><\/span><b>Maintaining Order Through Inventory Management<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As fulfillment volumes grow, inventory management becomes both more crucial and more challenging. Fulfillment systems provide robust tools to give you control over stock including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Real-time tracking across warehouses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Reorder point alerts to prevent stockouts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Forecasting and analytics to predict inventory needs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">centralized inventory visibility across locations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bin management for putaway and picking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Label printing for bins and orders.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With synchronization and organization powered by software, it&#8217;s far easier to ship promptly while keeping costs efficient.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Peak_Season_Inventory_Management\"><\/span><b>Tips for Peak Season Inventory Management<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Inventory management could be a nightmare during peak seasons like summer sale, Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, etc. Here are some tips:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Plan ahead. Use historical sales data and industry trends to forecast demand for your products. This will help you to determine how much inventory you need to order and when to order it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Optimize your inventory levels. Make sure you have enough inventory on hand to meet demand, but don&#8217;t overstock. Overstocking can lead to increased costs, such as storage and obsolescence costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Track inventory levels closely. Use a real-time inventory management system to track inventory levels across all of your channels. This will help you to identify any potential stockouts and to take corrective action immediately.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Use a variety of suppliers. Don&#8217;t rely on a single supplier for all of your inventory needs. This can reduce your risk if one supplier has a delay or stockout.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Have a contingency plan in place. Even with the best planning, things can go wrong. Have a contingency plan in place in case of unexpected events, such as a supplier delay or a natural disaster.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Use a first-in, first-out (FIFO) inventory management system. This will help to ensure that your oldest inventory is sold first, which can help to reduce obsolescence costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Offer promotions on slow-moving items. This can help to clear out your inventory and make room for new products.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Consider outsourcing your fulfillment. This can help you to free up your staff to focus on other tasks, such as sales and customer service.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Communicate with your customers. Keep your customers updated on the status of their orders and let them know if there are any delays.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">By following these tips, you can help to ensure that you have the inventory you need to meet customer demand during peak season.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #4b00f9\">Don&#8217;t miss out the in-depth analysis of 2023 trends and opportunities, everything you need to know about eCommerce strategy for BLACK FRIDAY 2023, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/en-hk\/bfcm\/#download_report\">click here<\/a> to download the report for FREE!<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_FIFO_to_Better_Manage_Your_Inventory\"><\/span><b>Use FIFO to Better Manage Your Inventory<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">FIFO stands for First in, First out. It is an inventory management method that assumes that the oldest inventory is sold first. This is in contrast to other inventory management methods, such as LIFO (Last in, First out), which assumes that the newest inventory is sold first.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">FIFO is a popular inventory management method because it is simple to implement and understand. It is also a good method for businesses that sell perishable products, as it helps to ensure that the oldest products are sold first before they expire.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To implement FIFO, businesses need to track the cost of each unit of inventory. When a sale is made, the cost of the oldest unit of inventory is used to calculate the cost of goods sold. This helps to ensure that the business is accurately reporting its profits and losses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Here is an example of how FIFO works:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A company purchases 100 widgets for $1 each on January 1st.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The company purchases 100 more widgets for $1.25 each on February 1st.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The company sells 100 widgets on March 1st.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Under the FIFO inventory management method, the company would use the cost of the oldest widgets (purchased on January 1st) to calculate the cost of goods sold. This would result in a cost of goods sold of $100.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/blog\/business\/fifo-method-for-fulfillment\/\"><strong><span style=\"color: #4b00f9\">Learn more: Inventory Management 101: A Deep Dive into FIFO Method for eCommerce Fulfillment Warehouses<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spaceship_Powers_Simplified_Fulfillment\"><\/span><b>Spaceship Powers Simplified Fulfillment<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Spaceship understands the logistical headaches online sellers face at scale. Our fulfillment software forms the core of an end-to-end solution including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Book storage online<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Simply book your goods online and we&#8217;ll receive and inspect them to ensure they arrive at the warehouse in perfect condition.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Real-time inventory control<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Spaceship fulfillment platform provides real-time updates on your shipment status, inventory, and more. We&#8217;ll also send automatic email and SMS notifications, so you can manage your goods remotely anytime, anywhere.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Partial fulfillment<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With Spaceship&#8217;s warehousing and logistics system, users can easily update shipping instructions at any time. Even for orders with only one item available in our warehouse, you can still arrange the shipment in advance so that you customers will not be waiting too long.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Warehousing<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Starts from just 6 boxes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Monthly storage fees<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Scales up as you grow<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Shipping<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rates from top carriers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Discounted prices<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Global shipping services<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2539\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spaceshipapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/process-flowchart-4.jpg\" alt=\"Spaceship e-commerce fulfillment\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1141\" title=\"Spaceship E-commerce Logistics. 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