The following is an outline of drop shipping and the advantages it offers to your business.
Definition
Drop shipping is a supply chain process in which a seller ships its customers’ orders directly from the suppliers’ warehouse. Drop shipping is typically found in the e-commerce retail industry, like eBay, Amazon, and Shopify, where a third-party logistics (3PL) company like Jarrett is the intermediary.
Advantages of Drop Shipping
Drop shipping is designed to save time, money, and effort, which greatly reduces stress. From warehousing (i.e. — supply chain control) to logistics (i.e. — less-than-truckload (LTL), etc.), drop shipping gives you peace of mind your inventory will be managed properly and your orders will be filled quickly and accurately.
There are many advantages to drop shipping, including:
- Offering a wider variety of products by not carrying inventory
- Quickly and efficiently processing and shipping your customer’s orders
- Reducing overall capital requirements
- Scaling your business quicker and easier
- Providing convenience and ease of doing business
Jarrett Warehousing, a division of Jarrett Logistics Systems, has more than 200,000 square feet of securely equipped warehouse space. We take away the need to have inventory on hand and manage all considerations—from SKU optimization and climate-controlled environments to inventory management and flawless operational execution.
Jarrett understands the nuances of drop shipping, ensuring your business operates efficiently, and your customer’s expectations are met. Drop shipping is a great alternative to the traditional retail approach and can be a perfect option for your business. Contact us to start a conversation and learn more.
