Shopify Fulfilment

Shopify eCommerce fulfilment helps SMEs streamline their online store operations by outsourcing storage, picking, packing, and shipping to 3PL. This ensures faster delivery times, reduced overheads, and a smoother customer experience, allowing you to focus on sales and growth rather than logistics.

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What is Shopify Fulfilment?

Shopify is one of the world’s leading eCommerce platforms, designed to help businesses of all sizes create and manage their own online stores. It provides everything needed to sell products online, from website design and payment processing to marketing tools and analytics, all in one easy-to-use system.

For SMEs, Shopify offers scalability and flexibility, enabling businesses to grow quickly without heavy investment in technical infrastructure. With a vast ecosystem of apps and integrations, it supports everything from social media selling and email marketing to fulfilment and inventory management, making it a powerful tool for driving online sales.

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How does it work?

You send your products to us

You ship your goods directly to our fulfilment centre, where they’re received, checked, and stored safely ahead of preparation.

We break down pallets into SKUs

Our team unpacks full pallets and organises your inventory into individual SKUs, ensuring everything is accurately counted and ready for the next stage.

Sell your products

You sell your products on your Shopify store (or any other eCommerce platform). Every order is automatically sent to the Fusion fulfilment platform, ready for our team to pick and pack.

We pick and pack your orders

Every product is carefully selected from your inventory and packed in your preferred packaging, ready for dispatch.

We ship directly to your customer

Every sales order ships directly to your customer, with complete tracking information provided to them via the Shopify platform.

“3PL made our transition into their fulfilment network seamless. Their helpful support team were on hand to guide us every step of the way”

“There are fewer issues…less lost orders, wrong orders and missed picks and all of that does create a stronger image of us as a brand and that can only create a positive perception in our customer’s eyes.”

“I’ve been delighted with the level of service that 3PL have been able to offer. They’ve helped us simplify our operations, consistently delivered on quality and helped us make big cost savings.”

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Seamlessly manage every order from sale to customer delivery

3PL Fusion™ integrates directly with your website and online marketplaces, enabling seamless fulfilment for every order, ensuring faster, more reliable delivery to your customers.

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Integrate with multiple shopping platforms

3PL Fusion™ has over 25 integrations with online shopping marketplaces out of the box.

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Integrate with multiple carriers

You choose your preferred carriers, and we take care of the rest, providing real-time booking and delivery updates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shopify fulfilment?

It’s the process of outsourcing the storage, picking, packing, and delivery of orders placed through your Shopify store to a third-party logistics (3PL) provider.

How does a 3PL connect with Shopify?

Most 3PLs integrate directly with Shopify. Our Fusion platform automatically imports orders and updates shipping and tracking details without manual input.

Why should an SME use a 3PL for Shopify orders?

It saves time, reduces operating costs, and ensures faster, more reliable shipping—improving customer satisfaction and supporting business growth.

Can Shopify sellers still customise packaging with a 3PL?

Yes, many fulfilment partners, including us, support branded packaging, inserts, and other custom touches to preserve your brand identity.

Does using a 3PL improve delivery times for Shopify orders?

In most cases, yes. 3PLs often provide same-day or next-day dispatch and have access to courier networks for faster shipping.

Can a 3PL handle returns for Shopify stores?

Yes, many 3PLs manage returns and exchanges, helping SMEs offer a smoother customer service process. For more information, see our Return Management solution.

Is Shopify eCommerce fulfilment suitable for international sales?

Absolutely. We offer global shipping and customs clearance, making it easier to expand into new markets.

What types of businesses benefit most from Shopify fulfilment services?

Growing SMEs, businesses with seasonal demand, or those struggling with space and time to manage logistics in-house.

Is Shopify fulfilment cost-effective?

Yes, especially as your order volumes grow. Outsourcing reduces the need for warehousing, staff, and packaging management.

Can Shopify and 3PL data sync in real time?

Yes, integrations allow real-time updates on stock levels, order status, and shipping information to keep both you and your customers informed.