Checklist for the Pre-Order Stage. Be ready for Customer’s Orders
One of the daily metrics for any online seller would probably be the number of orders coming his/her way. Are you ready to successfully handle the incoming orders?
Here are a few things to take stock of, for the pre-order stage:
- Market research
Do a thorough check for your target audience and their preferences for your product/products category so that you can position (in online retail, that would be through your listings) them right.
- Sourcing
Source from trustworthy and credible suppliers only. Calculate your warehousing requirement according to your stock and manage spaces based on that.
- Pricing
Use your market research to decide on pricing. Keep an eye out for competitor’s prices. Also, give weightage to how much customers are ready to pay.
- SKU coding
Make clean and simple SKU codes for your products. Use a multi-channel order and inventory management software like Browntape to seamlessly integrate SKU codes with daily processes and transactions.
- Packaging, shipping setup
If you aren’t using marketplace fulfillment, train your staff to handle packaging without errors. Choose a reliable courier service that would ensure timely delivery without damages.
You could also consider a few advertising initiatives, like social media platforms and marketplace ads, to increase brand visibility. Creating a positive buzz always helps to push sales in your favor.
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