Questions to Ask a Potential Fulfillment Partner #19

How will I access inventory and order information?

The ability to check your inventory levels and manage your orders conveniently is a critical component of an eCommerce fulfillment package. When outsourcing fulfillment, online retailers should look to keeping some level of control over their fulfillment. It's also a good way to find out the kind of technology your potential fulfillment partner has at their disposal. Before outsourcing your fulfillment, make sure to ask about inventory and order management.