What is dropshipping?
A selling model where you hold no inventory: when an order comes in, the supplier ships it directly to the customer. You focus on marketing and customer service.
Pros and cons
- ✅ Low capital, no unsold stock.
- ✅ Easy to test many products.
- ⚠️ Thin margins and fierce competition.
- ⚠️ Hard to control quality and delivery times.
Getting shipping right
If your goods are sourced in Vietnam, use ePacket for transparent tracking, a key factor in reducing complaints and refused deliveries.
Frequently asked questions
- Is dropshipping legal?
- Yes, as long as you follow marketplace policies and the rules on goods and taxes.
- How can I shorten delivery times when dropshipping?
- Source close to your market, use a service with tracking and set the right expectations with customers.
Start shipping with ePacket
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