In the world of Taobao agent shopping, consistency and reliability are key. One of the most powerful, yet underutilized, features of the BaseTaopersonal database of seller history, enabling smarter purchasing decisions over time.
Why Track Seller History?
Not all Taobao sellers are created equal. Tracking behavior helps you:
- Identify Trusted Sources:
- Flag Untrusted Sources:
- Build Long-Term Efficiency:
- Provide Concrete Feedback:
- Flag Untrusted Sources:
How to Use BaseTao Spreadsheet Notes for Tracking
The process is integrated seamlessly into your existing order workflow:
- Access Your Spreadsheet:
- Locate the Seller/Item Row:
- Add a Note:
- Record Key Information:
- Update with QC:
- Locate the Seller/Item Row:
What to Record: A Simple Template
Structure your notes for quick scanning. Here is an effective format:
Seller: [Seller Store Name]
Item: [Brief Item Description]
Order Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Experience: [Trusted / Neutral / Caution / Avoid]
Key Comments:
- Communication: [Responsive / Slow / None]
- Item Accuracy: [As Pictured / Color Diff / Material Diff]
- QC Quality: [Excellent / Minor Flaw / Major Flaw]
- Shipping Speed: [Fast / Average / Slow]
- Packaging: [Good / Poor]
- Specifics: [e.g., "Logo 1:1", "Fabric thinner than expected", "Will reorder"]
From Notes to Actionable Database
Maintaining this log turns isolated data points into actionable intelligence:
- Before placing a new order, search your spreadsheet history
- Sort or filter your spreadsheet by trusted "Experience" tags to quickly find reliable sellers for similar items.
- When a QC photo reveals a common flaw from a particular seller, you can decide to reject the item immediately
- Over time, you will naturally gravitate towards your "Trusted" list, reducing risk and improving overall haul satisfaction.