Many sellers, in the process of operating Amazon, are concerned about how to choose the appropriate logistics and shipping method for themselves. I don't have a bottom line in my mind about the cost of this method. Below, the editor will summarize and organize for you: What are the advantages and disadvantages of delivery time and price for self shipment and FBA first leg logistics:
1. Self shipment
Comparison of logistics speed: Overseas warehouse delivery<international express delivery<international special line<international small package. It can be seen that self shipping is the most effective way to improve customer experience, which is to use third-party overseas warehouses and cooperate with one piece shipping service from overseas warehouses to improve delivery speed and enhance customer shopping experience.
Comparison of logistics freight rates: international small packages<overseas warehouse delivery<international dedicated lines<international express delivery. In addition to the slowest delivery of small packages, Amazon's local overseas warehouse delivery is the most economical and cost-effective shipping channel.
PS: Self shipping sellers should match the logistics assessment requirements of the platform when selecting a service provider (timeliness, internet access, recognized delivery providers, etc.).
2. FBA logistics delivery
FBA first leg services generally include direct delivery, FBA air+delivery, FBA sea freight first leg, and overseas warehouse transfer. Their prices and delivery times are compared as follows:
Price comparison: overseas warehouse transfer<sea freight FBA first leg
Comparison of delivery time: overseas warehouse allocation<direct delivery
From the above, it can be seen that using third-party overseas warehouses for distribution and delivery is the optimal solution considering factors such as timeliness and price
For Amazon Logistics, some tips for sellers:
1. Hot selling products choose to do FBA to avoid inventory stagnation and financial pressure in the warehouse.
If you are just starting to do FBA in the early stage, it is recommended to send fewer best-selling products over, and you can use express delivery and air+delivery methods. Once the production is smooth and the quantity is large, we can use sea freight to replenish the goods and reduce costs.
2. Seasonal products are shipped by air or courier the fastest.
3. Products with a weight of over 20kg and a weight of over 1CBM can be shipped by FBA with fast shipping time and cost-effective shipping costs.
4. Sellers should not keep all their goods under one account. They can operate through overseas warehouses and FBA.