How to Create a Shipping Station?
FAQs
What are the benefits of an at-home shipping station?
Having your own shipping area provides faster processing, better organization, room to accurately pack orders, and the ability to scale up as your business grows.
What are some good locations to use?
Look for unused rooms, basements, garages, or even under staircases. You can also rent a small office if no space exists at home.
How do I design an efficient station?
Use packing tables, shelves, bins, scales, printers, chairs, and ensure enough room to pack, weigh, label, photograph products, and organize shipments.
What packing materials should I store?
Keep all materials neatly organized on shelves and in labeled bins for easy access - items like boxes, bubble wrap, tape, labels, and more.
Can I handle fulfillment myself using a home station?
Yes, an efficient at-home shipping station allows you to process orders in-house, reduce fulfillment costs, and scale up faster.
How much space do I need?
The amount of space needed depends on your sales volume and variety of products. Start small and expand your station as your ecommerce business grows.
Should I rent space if I don't have room at home?
Renting a small office or storage unit nearby is an option if you don't have space at home. Calculate costs first to ensure it fits your budget.
