Streamline your multi-source purchasing and consolidate your logistics data efficiently.
Purchasing from multiple online stores or sellers is a common strategy to find the best prices, quality, and variety. However, managing the ensuing flood of order details, tracking numbers, and quality control notes can quickly become chaotic. The OrientDig Spreadsheet
At the heart of effective multi-seller management are three key data points. The OrientDig Spreadsheet provides dedicated columns to meticulously record each one:
Create a new spreadsheet or use the pre-formatted OrientDig template. Set up columns with the following headers: Item Name, Seller/Store, Order #, Purchase Date, QC Notes, Domestic Tracking #, ETA to Warehouse, Warehouse Received (Y/N), and Consolidation Notes.
Immediately after placing an order with any seller, fill in a row. Be specific in the QC Notes
Once the seller provides a domestic tracking number, add it. More importantly, based on the shipping method and distance, enter a realistic Estimated Arrival Time
Use the ETA to Warehouse
See the status of all orders from different platforms (Taobao, 1688, Weidian, etc.) in one single dashboard.
QC notes serve as a checklist for warehouse inspection, helping to identify issues before international shipping.
Group packages intelligently by their warehouse arrival time to avoid unnecessary delays and save on shipping costs.
Build a valuable database of seller reliability, product quality, and shipping accuracy for future purchasing decisions.
