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Shipping, Fulfillment & Logistics Flashcards

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  1. What is the purpose of a warehouse management system (WMS) in ecommerce fulfillment?

    Answer: To optimize warehouse operations including inventory tracking, picking, and packing processes

    A WMS manages and optimizes warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, inventory tracking, order picking, packing, and shipping.

  2. What does 'same-day delivery' require of an ecommerce merchant's fulfillment operation?

    Answer: Inventory stored in fulfillment centers within the customer's metro area with real-time order routing

    Same-day delivery requires localized inventory storage near customer population centers and sophisticated order management systems to route and dispatch orders immediately.

  3. What is the purpose of a shipment tracking number provided to customers?

    Answer: To allow customers and merchants to monitor the real-time location and status of a package

    A tracking number enables both the customer and merchant to follow the package's journey through the carrier's network in real time, reducing customer service inquiries.

  4. What is safety stock in ecommerce inventory management?

    Answer: Extra inventory held as a buffer against unexpected demand spikes or supply delays

    Safety stock is buffer inventory maintained above the average demand forecast to prevent stockouts during unexpected demand increases or supply chain disruptions.

  5. Which fulfillment model allows customers to buy online and pick up their order at a physical store location?

    Answer: BOPIS (Buy Online, Pick Up In Store)

    BOPIS (Buy Online, Pick Up In Store) lets customers complete their purchase online and retrieve their order at a brick-and-mortar location, saving shipping costs and time.

  6. What is the purpose of a returns management system (RMS) in ecommerce?

    Answer: To automate and streamline the process of receiving, inspecting, and restocking or disposing of returned merchandise

    An RMS automates the reverse logistics workflow, including return authorization, shipping label generation, inspection, refund processing, and restocking decisions.