What Is Ship-from-Store?
What Is Ship-from-Store?
Ship-from-store is an omnichannel fulfillment method where online orders are fulfilled directly from a physical retail store rather than a centralized warehouse.
Stores act as localized fulfillment points, allowing brands to leverage in-store inventory for faster delivery.
Why Ship-from-Store Matters for Brands
Ship-from-store helps brands improve delivery speed and inventory utilization.
It enables:
Faster shipping times to nearby customers
Better sell-through of store inventory
Reduced dependence on central warehouses
This approach improves both efficiency and customer experience.
Examples of Ship-from-Store in Action
Brands using ship-from-store may:
Fulfill ecommerce orders from the nearest store
Balance inventory across online and offline channels
Reduce markdowns by selling store stock online
Ship-from-store turns retail locations into active fulfillment hubs.
How Ship-from-Store Fits into the Ecosystem
Ship-from-store often connects with:
Order Management Systems (OMS)
Inventory Visibility Platforms
BOPIS (Buy Online, Pick Up in Store)
Last-Mile Delivery Networks
Together, these systems enable flexible omnichannel fulfillment.
Related Terms
BOPIS (Buy Online, Pick Up in Store)
Omnichannel Fulfillment
Dark Store
Last-Mile Delivery
