drop-shipping
[/drɒp ˈʃɪpɪŋ/]
noun
dropshipping
1. A retail fulfillment method where a seller does not keep goods in stock but instead transfers customer orders directly to a manufacturer or wholesaler who ships the products directly to the customer
The online store uses drop-shipping to avoid maintaining a physical inventory.
A loja online usa dropshipping para evitar manter um inventário físico.
2. A business model where the retailer does not handle the product directly, reducing overhead costs and inventory risk
Drop-shipping has become popular among e-commerce entrepreneurs with limited capital.
O dropshipping tornou-se popular entre empresários de e-commerce com capital limitado.
Drop-shipping has revolutionized e-commerce in both Brazil and the USA, particularly among startups and small entrepreneurs who lack capital for inventory investment. In Brazil, the term is predominantly used in English within digital marketing and e-commerce circles, reflecting the international nature of online retail. The business model has become increasingly common with platforms like Shopify and AliExpress facilitating supplier connections.
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