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What Are 2D Labels?

E. Mauas — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 18:06:15 +0000

2D labels on an FBA shipment are a replica of – and can be used in stead of – regular shipment labels.

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FBA Shipment Error: “You must Include a valid ShipmentId”…

E. Mauas — Tue, 02 Jan 2024 17:21:45 +0000

The following error message will appear when accepting a plan shipment which has been created more than 48 hours ago.

As the error message indicates, a shipment must be accepted within 48 hours of created date, otherwise the shipment expires.

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How to List Products from Inventory Ahead to Amazon

E. Mauas — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 21:08:24 +0000

In order to list products from Inventory Ahead to Amazon, follow the below steps.

Go to Products > Inventory page.
Select one or more products which you’d like to have listed.
Click on the ‘Actions‘ dropdown and select ‘List selected products’.
On the following page, select the store(s) you like to list your products to.
Check one of the following options: “All items to existing ASIN” or “All items to new SKU“.
If FBA, check the checkbox for FBA.
If FBM, select an inventory rule.
Enter the selling price.
Once done, turn the toggle button ‘On’.
Click ‘List‘.

NOTES:

Be sure that your products have all the information required by Amazon.
Your products may take a little while to display in Amazon.
To view the status, click “Listing History” and select “All” by the date range.

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What Happens with Amazon Fulfillment Fees for Returns?

E. Mauas — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 17:40:43 +0000

For returns, Amazon keeps some of the fulfillment fees and returns some to the seller.

In order to view an exact breakdown, go to Reports > Profits Report, search for the return or order, and see order details.

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Can I change the “Ship-From” Address on an FBA Shipment?

E. Mauas — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:37:33 +0000

Yes you can, and is simple as can be!

In order to change the ‘Ship-from’ address on a shipment (in any status), follow these easy steps:

Head over to Inventory Transfers > FBA shipments.
Locate the desired shipment.
Scroll to the bottom left hand side. See “shipping info” (in any step of the shipment).
Hover over the address, which will display a pencil icon.
Click on that, and change to desired address.

See screenshot for demonstration:

The inventory will immediately reflect on the new warehouse.

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How to Avoid the Splitting of FBA Shipments

E. Mauas — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:34:47 +0000

Have you ever found yourself frustrated with Amazon’s tendency to split your carefully planned FBA shipments, causing delays and extra expenses? We understand your pain, and that’s why we’re excited to introduce the “Re-Route” feature in Inventory Ahead, designed to put the control back in your hands and prevent those split shipments.

How Does the “Re-Route” Feature Work?

Let’s take a closer look at how this feature operates and how it empowers you to keep your shipments intact:

1. Accessing the “Re-Route” Option

The “Re-Route” option becomes available in the second step of the planning process, under the “Plan Status” of FBA shipments. This is where you have the chance to regain control over your FBA shipments.

Note: This option is only available for shipments selected to send by “individual” units.

2. Table Display

When you click on “Re-Route,” a table will appear, providing you with key information to make an informed decision. Here’s what you’ll find in this table:

SKU (Stock Keeping Unit): This column lists all the SKUs within your shipment.
Original Qty: The “Original Qty” column shows the quantity you initially set for each SKU when creating the shipment. This represents the quantity you intended to send to Amazon.
Split Qty: This column displays the quantity Amazon has suggested for each SKU, which is often the cause of the splitting issue.
Suggested Qty: The “Suggested Qty” column is where Inventory Ahead shines. We provide a new quantity suggestion based on a sophisticated calculation. This calculation is designed to outsmart Amazon’s system of splitting shipments by optimizing the quantity to maintain the shipment’s integrity.

3. “Retry with New Suggestion” Button

The real magic happens when you click on the “Retry with New Suggestion” button. This action prompts our system to reevaluate your shipment based on the suggested quantity. We recalculate and optimize the quantity to prevent the splitting of your shipment, ensuring that your products stay together during the fulfillment process.

Note: Once clicked on “Retry with New Suggestion”, give it a minute to load, and “View contents” for new results!

Ready to reclaim control over your FBA shipments? Try out the “Re-Route” feature today and experience the benefits for yourself!

Opting Out of Amazon’s Multiple Destinations Option

Another way to avoid split shipments is by opting out of Amazon’s Multiple Destinations program. This program offers discounts, but if you prefer not to participate, you can opt out by following these steps:

Send an email to fba-ops-mipo@amazon.com.
Include your merchant token in the body of the email.
Clearly state that you want to opt out of the Multiple Destinations program.

For more information on this option, you can refer to the following Help pages:

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Where is the cost + shipping on the product details taken from?

Hiba Hafeez — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 16:37:17 +0000

On the product details page, the cost of an item is automatically updated from the POs. However, the cost + shipping is only visible on the product details page if it was manually entered for that specific product. The reason why you do not see the updated cost + shipping from a PO is that you… Continue reading Where is the cost + shipping on the product details taken from?

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🎉 Exciting News: Introducing Inventory Ahead’s Enhanced Bulk Product and Inventory Uploads! 🚀

E. Mauas — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:26:13 +0000

Dear Valued Customers,

We are thrilled to announce a game-changing enhancement to Inventory Ahead – your trusted partner in seamless inventory management! Our dedicated team has been hard at work, listening to your feedback and innovating to bring you a more user-friendly and efficient experience.

Introducing the Bulk Product and Inventory Uploads Enhancement – a feature designed to make your inventory management tasks a breeze. Whether you’re an existing customer or a potential one, this update is set to revolutionize the way you handle your inventory.

What’s New:

Effortless Bulk Uploads: We understand that managing a large inventory can be time-consuming. With our new enhancement, you can now upload multiple products and update inventory quantities in one go! No more manual entries or tedious processes. Simply prepare your data in a compatible format, upload it, and watch as your inventory gets updated seamlessly.

User-Friendly Interface: Our updated interface is designed with you in mind. You don’t need to be a tech expert to navigate through the process. The intuitive design ensures that you can effortlessly manage your inventory uploads, saving you time and reducing the chances of errors.

Real-Time Validation: Worried about data accuracy? Our new feature includes real-time validation checks, alerting you to potential errors or inconsistencies in your data before finalizing the upload. This means fewer headaches caused by incorrect information and more confidence in your inventory management processes.

Data Security: We take data security seriously. Rest assured that your sensitive inventory data is protected throughout the upload process. Your trust in us is paramount, and we’ve implemented measures to ensure your information remains safe.

Seamless Integration: Our Bulk Product and Inventory Uploads Enhancement seamlessly integrates with your existing Inventory Ahead account. No need to learn a new platform or disrupt your workflow – it’s all there, ready to enhance your inventory management efficiency.

Getting Started:

For our existing customers, simply log in to your Inventory Ahead account and explore the new enhancement in the menu.

We’ve also attached sample template to remove the tedious step of creating headers and formatting the upload template, to help you make the most of this feature.

Our new feature includes real-time validation checks, alerting you to potential errors or inconsistencies in your data before finalizing the upload.

If you’re new to Inventory Ahead, there’s never been a better time to join our community. Say goodbye to inventory management headaches and hello to a streamlined, efficient process that empowers your business growth.

At Inventory Ahead, we’re committed to providing you with the tools you need to succeed. This enhancement is just one of the ways we’re working to make your experience exceptional.

Thank you for choosing Inventory Ahead as your inventory management solution. We’re excited to embark on this enhanced journey with you!

Best regards,
The Inventory Ahead Team

P.S. Have questions or need assistance? Our support team is here to help! Feel free to reach out via email Support@inventoryahead.com or our support portal. Let’s take your inventory management to the next level, together!

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Amazon’s Merchant Fulfilled Shipping Service: An Overview

Zissy Schwartz — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 15:19:07 +0000

Amazon’s Marketplace offers various shipping methods for sellers. One popular option is the Merchant Fulfilled Shipping Service. Instead of using Amazon’s warehouses and fulfillment service (FBA – Fulfillment By Amazon), merchants can choose to store, pick, pack, and ship their products directly to the customer.

If Merchant Fulfilled Shipping Service is something you’d like to work with, navigate to the below link to accepts all the terms and conditions that apply when using this shipping service.

https://sellercentral.amazon.com/orders-st/terms-and-conditions

In conclusion, using Amazon’s Merchant Fulfilled Shipping Service allows sellers greater control over their inventory and shipping process. However, with that control comes greater responsibility. It’s crucial to thoroughly understand and abide by the terms and conditions to maintain a successful seller account on Amazon.

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What Can I do If Inventory Ahead Displays an Incorrect Image for One of my SKUs?

Zissy Schwartz — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 17:46:55 +0000

If an incorrect product image accidentally shows up in Inventory Ahead, fret no more! We have implemented a feature so that our users can update images themselves in a blink of any eye. As of now, a SKU must have an Amazon listing to allow users to update the product image on the front end. For SKUs that don’t have an Amazon listing, reach out to Inventory Ahead Support to get it updated for you. In the future, a feature will be added to allow updating images for other marketplaces as well.

Kindly head to the SKU, and klick on it to get to the Product Details page. Select the listings and hit ‘Actions’.

You’re all done! A success message will pop up on the bottom saying that the action was successful.

Clear cache, and the image should be updated.

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