eComCatalyst - Selling on Amazon FBA and e-Commerce

eComCatalyst - Selling on Amazon FBA and e-Commerce

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  • Welcome to eComCatalyst: Your Partner for E-commerce Success [Episode 29]

    Reading Time: 2 minutesHello, Fred McKinnon here! I’m excited to introduce eComCatalyst, formerly known as E-Business Online. We’ve rebranded to better reflect our mission and services in the e-commerce world. Let’s dive into who we are, what we do, and how we can help you. About Me and eComCatalyst I’m Fred McKinnon, the founder of eComCatalyst. My journey […]

    The post Welcome to eComCatalyst: Your Partner for E-commerce Success [Episode 29] first appeared on eComCatalyst - Amazon, e-Commerce Growth Agency.

    8 min
  • Amazon FBA Low Inventory Level Fees – Everything You Need To Know



    Introduction

    Welcome to the E Business Online blog! In this post, we will be discussing the new Amazon FBA low inventory level fees and how they could potentially impact your business. As an agency specializing in helping businesses sell their products online, we understand the challenges and frustrations that can arise when dealing with fees and policies set by e-commerce giants like Amazon. In this article, we will break down the details of the low inventory level fees, explain how they are calculated, and provide some tips on how to navigate this new policy. So, let’s dive in!

    Understanding the Low Inventory Level Fees

    The low inventory level fee is a charge implemented by Amazon for sellers who do not have enough inventory of their products in the Amazon FBA warehouse. FBA stands for “fulfillment by Amazon,” which means that Amazon handles the storage, packaging, and shipping of the products for sellers. If a seller’s inventory falls below a certain threshold, Amazon will apply a fee on each unit sold until the inventory is replenished to an acceptable level.

    Many sellers have expressed their frustration with this fee, as Amazon already charges fees for storing excess inventory. Now, they are adding an additional charge for low inventory levels. Additionally, Amazon has increased the cost of sending inventory to their warehouses by requiring sellers to send products to multiple locations.

    However, there is some good news for sellers. Amazon has decided to listen to the feedback and outrage from sellers and has made a rare move to backtrack on this fee. For the month of April, Amazon will charge the low inventory level fees as planned, but they will rebate these fees back to sellers in May. This gives sellers a 30-day test period to understand how the fee works and adjust their inventory management accordingly.

    How the Low Inventory Level Fees are Calculated

    To determine if a seller will be charged the low inventory level fee, Amazon calculates the sales velocity of a product and estimates the necessary inventory based on two time segments: a running 30-day period and a running 90-day period. Amazon wants the inventory to cover 28 days, or four weeks, for both time frames.

    If a seller’s inventory can cover more than 28 days based on the 30-day and 90-day averages, no low inventory level fees will be charged. However, if the inventory falls below the 28-day coverage threshold on both time frames, the low inventory level fee will be applied.

    It’s important to note that the fee is calculated at the parent level, not the individual child level. This means that if a product has variations, such as different colors, Amazon will aggregate the sales and inventory data for all variations under the parent product. This can sometimes lead to inaccurate calculations and fees being charged even when there is enough inventory of certain variations.

    Checking Your Inventory Status

    To check if your inventory is at risk of incurring the low inventory level fee, you can navigate to your FBA inventory page on Amazon. There, you will find a filter for low inventory level fee, which allows you to see which products are exempted or will have the fee applied. By reviewing this information, you can identify which products may require additional inventory to avoid the fee.

    Understanding the details of the low inventory level fee is crucial for sellers to effectively manage their inventory and avoid unnecessary fees. By regularly monitoring your inventory status and taking action to replenish low stock, you can minimize the impact of these fees on your business.

    Ways to Mitigate the Impact

    While the low inventory level fees may seem burdensome, there are some strategies you can employ to mitigate their impact on ...
    21 min
  • Amazon’s New Social Media Codes, Wasted Ad Spend, and Long-Term Storage [Episode 28]

    Reading Time: 3 minutesHello EBO’ers: Welcome back to the E-BusinessOnline Podcast – this is Episode 27 where we’re talking about Amazon Seller Fulfilled Prime and some of the pitfalls in purchasing liquidation lots for resale. DON’T FORGET THE CONTEST TO WIN ONE HOUR OF FREE E-Commerce COACHING! ***CONGRATS TO JODI KLINE, our January 2018 WINNER of one hour […]

    The post Amazon’s New Social Media Codes, Wasted Ad Spend, and Long-Term Storage [Episode 28] first appeared on eComCatalyst - Amazon, e-Commerce Growth Agency.

    33 min
  • Contest, Amazon’s Seller Fulfilled Prime, and Pitfalls with Liquidation Lots [Episode 27]

    Reading Time: 4 minutesHello EBO’ers: Welcome back to the E-BusinessOnline Podcast – this is Episode 27 where we’re talking about Amazon Seller Fulfilled Prime and some of the pitfalls in purchasing liquidation lots for resale. DON’T FORGET THE CONTEST TO WIN ONE HOUR OF FREE E-Commerce COACHING! I want to kickstart our EBO Community so I’m hosting a […]

    The post Contest, Amazon’s Seller Fulfilled Prime, and Pitfalls with Liquidation Lots [Episode 27] first appeared on eComCatalyst - Amazon, e-Commerce Growth Agency.

    50 min
  • EBO New Year 2018 – Hype, Hysteria, and Honesty plus CONTEST! [Episode 26]

    Reading Time: 2 minutesHello EBO’ers: Welcome back to the E-BusinessOnline Podcast – the first episode in many months and our first for 2018.   In this episode: CONTEST: I want to kickstart our EBO Community so I’m hosting a fun little contest to offer a ONE HOUR FREE CONSULT with me for your e-Business.   This can be by phone, […]

    The post EBO New Year 2018 – Hype, Hysteria, and Honesty plus CONTEST! [Episode 26] first appeared on eComCatalyst - Amazon, e-Commerce Growth Agency.

    30 min
  • Long Term Storage Fees are Coming & Free 30-Minute Coaching [Episode 25]

    Reading Time: 2 minutesWelcome to Episode 25 of the E-BusinessOnline Podcast Host & Speaker:  Fred McKinnon Topic:   Fred discusses the upcoming Long Term Storage Fees, changes in Amazon’s Multi-Channel Fulfillment fees, and the new liquidation options. 2 Things We Are Asking Every Listener to Consider: JOIN OUR MAILING LIST:   SEND A TEXT MESSAGE TO 44222 with message:  EBOPODCAST Visit […]

    The post Long Term Storage Fees are Coming & Free 30-Minute Coaching [Episode 25] first appeared on eComCatalyst - Amazon, e-Commerce Growth Agency.

    30 min
  • Amazon Suspensions – The Horror Stories [Episode 24]

    Reading Time: < 1 minuteWelcome to Episode 24 of the E-BusinessOnline Podcast Host & Speaker:  Fred McKinnon Topic:   Fred returns after a few weeks of some really rough e-business events, including two account suspensions, staff layoffs, and a significant battle with sickness. 2 Things We Are Asking Every Listener to Consider: JOIN OUR MAILING LIST:   SEND A TEXT […]

    The post Amazon Suspensions – The Horror Stories [Episode 24] first appeared on eComCatalyst - Amazon, e-Commerce Growth Agency.

    37 min
  • Amazon Prime Day is Coming – How to Prepare [Episode 23]

    Reading Time: 2 minutesWelcome to Episode 23 of the E-BusinessOnline Podcast Host & Speaker:  Fred McKinnon Topic:   Fred discusses Amazon’s Prime Day and how to prepare your Sponsored Product Ads. 2 Things We Are Asking Every Listener to Consider: JOIN OUR MAILING LIST:   SEND A TEXT MESSAGE TO 44222 with message:  EBOPODCAST Visit the Podcast on iTunes and leave […]

    The post Amazon Prime Day is Coming – How to Prepare [Episode 23] first appeared on eComCatalyst - Amazon, e-Commerce Growth Agency.

    16 min
  • Amazon Changes: Unsolicited Email Saga and New Early Reviews [Episode 22]

    Reading Time: < 1 minuteWelcome to Episode 22 of the E-BusinessOnline Podcast Host & Speaker:  Fred McKinnon Topic:   Fred breaks the big rule of Private Label and reveals a product and his launch strategy. 2 Things We Are Asking Every Listener to Consider: JOIN OUR MAILING LIST:   SEND A TEXT MESSAGE TO 44222 with message:  EBOPODCAST Visit the Podcast […]

    The post Amazon Changes: Unsolicited Email Saga and New Early Reviews [Episode 22] first appeared on eComCatalyst - Amazon, e-Commerce Growth Agency.

    26 min
  • Am I Crazy Enough To Launch Fidget Spinners? Case Study [Episode 21]

    Reading Time: 3 minutesWelcome to Episode 21 of the E-BusinessOnline Podcast Host & Speaker:  Fred McKinnon Topic:   Fred breaks the big rule of Private Label and reveals a product and his launch strategy. 2 Things We Are Asking Every Listener to Consider: JOIN OUR MAILING LIST:   SEND A TEXT MESSAGE TO 44222 with message:  EBOPODCAST Visit the Podcast […]

    The post Am I Crazy Enough To Launch Fidget Spinners? Case Study [Episode 21] first appeared on eComCatalyst - Amazon, e-Commerce Growth Agency.

    15 min

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