Shopify Fulfilment Service

Many ecommerce businesses struggle to meet the challenges involved, purely because of the logistics involved. It's often difficult to find a balance between preparing orders and dealing with the everyday tasks of running a business.

Warehouse space can also be a problem, as it isn't easy to get a balance between not enough and too much. On top of this, you need to pick, pack, and ship orders accurately and on time. What is a pick and pack service? It’s the process of selecting products from inventory, packing them securely, and preparing them for shipment, ensuring efficiency and accuracy. All of this requires time, effort, and money, adding to your workload and straining your budget.

A fulfilment service solves all of these problems and more! Large platforms like Amazon, ShipBob, Shopify and FedEx all run fulfilment services, saving online retailers a whole lot of hassle. They handle storing, inventory, picking/packing and shipping, as well as returns!

So, Shopify merchants can avoid the hassle associated with these processes simply by signing up to the Shopify fulfilment network. Except there's a snag: unfortunately, the Shopify fulfilment service is not currently available in the UK.

However, there's no need to despair - Direct Fulfilment 365 acts as a third-party logistics partner, taking over all these responsibilities and fulfilling orders so you don't have to.

Here's a simplified overview of how the Direct Fulfilment 365 order fulfilment process works:

Ecommerce brands send a proportion of their stock to our warehouse network. It's entirely up to them how much is sent and they can keep some back if they wish.

We believe it's vital to seamlessly sync the Shopify store and the fulfilment centre, which is why we provide full Shopify integration to ensure that our clients can view real-time data from a single location.

Inventory levels are closely monitored and kept up to date at all times to avoid overselling.

When online orders are received, the Direct Fulfilment 365 fulfilment centre staff accurately select the items and package them according to the merchant's instructions.

Each item is double-checked against the inventory to eliminate any errors, and the stock levels will be adjusted to reflect the sale. Our Shopify fulfilment service also includes quality control; our fulfilment centre staff will make sure that items are in good condition before being shipped.

Like all third-party logistics companies, we work with a broad range of trusted carrier partners, allowing us to provide swift, cost-effective shipping.

Choose from a range of shipping options, including same-day (cut-off times apply) and next-day delivery. Customer orders can be tracked in real-time, so you know where the package is at any stage of the journey and when it is likely to arrive.

In an era when customers demand quick and efficient delivery, businesses must provide clear and accurate tracking information to bring peace of mind.

Our fulfilment solution also includes a comprehensive returns service, saving you the trouble. Returned items are checked for damage and repacked ready for sale, while other items are dealt with appropriately, depending on their nature. Damaged or spoiled items will be recycled where possible, while all others will be disposed of responsibly.

In all cases, the stock inventory will be adjusted to reflect the situation.

All eligible items will be refunded according to your particular terms and conditions (although Shopify does have its own set that you will need to consider).

Definitely! International shipping is not an issue, and we'll even sort out any customs documentation, duties and taxes for you if necessary. Also, with connections to fulfilment centres worldwide, we can speed up delivery times to certain destinations.

If you're constantly overwhelmed with orders and spend all your time packing and preparing items for shipping, then you could benefit greatly from our Shopify fulfilment service. Partnering with a fulfilment company can streamline your operations, allowing you to focus on growing your business while we handle the logistics.

Our tailored services help you to:

Save Time

We do all the behind-the-scenes stuff, allowing you to focus on marketing and promoting your store. What's more, our efficiency in order fulfilment reflects positively on your business, raising your status even further. Direct Fulfilment 365 is happy for you to receive the credit!

Improve Delivery Times

Customer orders are processed and dispatched swiftly, meaning that they are received sooner. This is always popular with customers and keeps them coming back! While a negative post-purchase experience puts off around 80% of customers, a positive one has the opposite effect.

Make Cost Savings

By handing all these tasks to us, you save money in other areas, such as paying to rent warehouse space and hiring staff to handle picking, packing, etc.

Maximise Sales

Efficient inventory management, order processing and shipping lead to faster delivery times, resulting in positive reviews and repeat customers. Being able to handle a high volume of orders accurately ensures customer satisfaction, and with more time to devote to marketing you'll be able to increase your customer base, attracting further sales.

Focus On Business Growth

Do you have a business plan for the future? Our software offers complete visibility of all your data, including sales reports, stock levels, selling trends, etc. This allows you to make meaningful projections and sensible, informed decisions to grow your business.

Scale Your Business

Seasonal fluctuation is normal, but when order volume increases suddenly or unexpectedly, it can be difficult to cope. Our services adjust to the seasonal spikes without you having to make any changes to your daily business operations. And when there's a significant uptick in orders, we make sure that order fulfilment continues to flow efficiently, no matter how large your operation becomes.

We can accommodate all kinds of goods! Whether you sell glassware, electronics or food, we have the facilities to handle them carefully, from special packaging for delicate items to cold storage for perishable goods.

Yes! Our Shopify fulfilment service can handle these without any problems. Our staff will select the specific items and ensure they are packed according to your instructions. We will handle the subscriptions and deliver the boxes at regular intervals until the subscription is cancelled.

The inventory and stock levels will be adjusted to ensure that subscriptions are met in a timely fashion.

Costs vary, but typically include:

• Shipping Fees - These fees are based on the courier used, the level of service chosen, and the destination.
• Storage Fees - These are usually charged per pallet or by the cubic metre of warehouse space used.
• Pick & Pack Fees - Generally applied per order or item packed.
• Returns Handling - If you use this option, we will charge

When considering these factors, many businesses ask, how much do fulfilment services cost? The answer depends on order volume, storage space required, and additional services chosen.

What If Shopify Introduce Their Fulfilment Service To The UK?

This is possible, and fairly likely in the future - they already allow users to link to other platforms via the Shopify app store. Even so, certain ecommerce businesses will be better off using Direct Fulfilment 365, particularly those dealing with large volumes of sales.