USPS Informed Delivery VS Red Stag Fulfillment: eFulfillment

You are responsible for tracking your package, communicating with USPS, and telling us ASAP if there is a problem. Enter your tracking number at www.usps.com . After the package enters the U.S., register for Informed Delivery updates so that you don't miss your delivery: https://informeddelivery.usps.com/box/pages/intro/start.action. Source: about 1 year ago

Sign up for Informed Delivery and at least you'll know if you're supposed to get anything. Source: over 1 year ago

If you want to see what's coming in your mail, this is a free service! I get an email every day with pictures of what's coming,and package tracking info. https://informeddelivery.usps.com/box/pages/intro/start.action. Source: over 1 year ago

You might want to sign up for Informed Delivery from the USPS. It's free. They basically send you a B&W photo from the sorter machine of mail that's coming to your address. It's a good way to know if your mail has gone missing. I use it mostly because I don't get much junk mail and it saves me time from having to walk to the mail boxes at my apartment every night. Source: over 1 year ago

Sign up for Informed Delivery if you want to keep track of USPS packages. UPS and FedEx also have their own portals that let you keep track of incoming packages. Source: over 1 year ago

If you're talking about physical inventory (i.e., housing and inventory management) I use a company called Red Stag. I pay anywhere around $1k-$3k per month (varies on the season bcs of the items I sell). Source: almost 2 years ago

Those middleman benefits are spot on! Also, I think you can have control on stocks if you use a fulfillment center (esp.3PL fulfillment) -- I've been dropshipping for 5 years now, and using a 3PL company helps me manage my stocks. Source: about 2 years ago

It depends on what you're looking for. A 3PL is a good option if you need help with order fulfillment and don't have the staff or resources to do it in-house. Warehouses are a better option if you want more control over your inventory and can handle order fulfillment yourself. I've been using this 3PL service from RedStag and has been huge help cause I don't have the manpower or resources to handle order... Source: about 2 years ago

You should also ask for references from other companies that have worked with the 3PL in the past and ask about the quality services and handling. And most importantly, find a 3PL that is cost-effective/or offers a reasonable cost, and can adapt to your specific needs. Because not all 3PLs are created equal. So be sure to do your research and ask lots of questions before making a decision. Source: about 2 years ago

Hhhhhmmm I use this company for my fulfillment - https://redstagfulfillment.com/, I sell nonperishable goods though, so not sure if they cater to plants too. Source: over 2 years ago