Have you guys tried dropshipping method?

Discussion in 'eCommerce' started by MeAbdulsalam, Jun 17, 2014.

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    Have you guys tried dropshipping method?
    what is the worst problem you ever faced?
    Please let me know the drawbacks of drop shipping method!
     
    MeAbdulsalam, Jun 17, 2014 IP
  2. dcristo

    dcristo Illustrious Member

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    Low margins and your reputation is based in the efficiency of the drop shipper since you haven't got the inventory to ship out the orders yourself in a timely manner.
     
    dcristo, Jun 17, 2014 IP
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    The big problem I have ever seen with drop shipping is that of order delivery on time. Most of the drop shippers get failed in delivering the ordered items on time except Doba, Worldwidebrands, Dropshipdesign, shopster etc.
     
    Etoot, Jun 18, 2014 IP
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    Jigney Active Member

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    You will get success in Dropshipping if you have a good wholesaler and good shipping, because in dropshipping you don't have to do anything just, you work as a middle man,
    so your both end must be strong...Wholesaler and Logistic.
     
    Jigney, Jun 19, 2014 IP
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    You have no control on the shipment, although they said to be sent off anonymously from their premise but you never know if they honor it. Furthermore, for a dead-on-delivery/mismatch item/item flaw, you have to get your client to deliver the item to your before you ship again to the vendor - a way to protect your customer from knowing your vendor. Much trouble on this issue.
     
    chrislim2888, Jun 19, 2014 IP