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Streamline Wearable Tech and Smart Device<\/mark><\/strong> Fulfilment With ShipBob\u2019s Global 3PL Network and Unified Platform<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Navigate battery-related shipping complexities and prevent stockouts while facilitating a fast, cost-effective delivery experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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What wearables and smart devices brands need from a fulfilment partner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Shipping battery-powered wearables from one warehouse drives up DG surcharges and delays. Brands need a partner that distributes inventory across regions to lower costs and improve delivery times, while providing real-time visibility to balance stock between core devices and accessories. Managing DTC and retailer orders on separate systems creates inventory drift, so a unified fulfilment platform is essential for accurate counts and smoother operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Managing DG\/HAZMAT shipping costs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Shipping every order from a single warehouse can increase shipping surcharges on battery-powered wearables and slow delivery times. Brands benefit from a fulfilment partner that can distribute inventory across different countries and regions to reduce average shipping zones and keep margins healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Balancing inventory between core devices and accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Running out of flagship products while others collect dust on shelves can stall revenue during launches and peak periods. Brands need a 3PL with real-time multichannel inventory visibility and SKU-level insights to keep every item in stock without tying up capital in inventory that won\u2019t sell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Streamlining DTC and retailer order workflows<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Managing separate warehouses or platforms for DTC and B2B orders can waste time and lead to discrepancies in inventory counts. A unified fulfilment solution that ships both DTC orders and retailer POs from the same inventory pool streamlines operations and reduces overhead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simplifying returns management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

High-value wearables often come back for sizing adjustments, creating operational headaches. Brands need a fulfilment provider that integrates with returns management tools (such as Loop and AfterShip) to facilitate restocking, quarantining, or disposal of items, and to handle exchanges and returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amazon FBA prep that meets receiving requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Strict Amazon labelling and pallet guidelines can add extra steps when sending smart devices to a fulfilment centre. Brands benefit from a 3PL that can manage automated FBA prep orders and keep DTC orders flowing simultaneously to save time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost-effective cross-border fulfilment for global demand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

International shoppers expect transparent pricing and quick delivery \u2013 but surcharges, duties, and taxes can complicate the process. A provider with DDP shipping options and fulfilment centres in key markets like the U.S., UK, Europe, Australia, and Canada enables local delivery and a seamless checkout experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob\u2019s fulfilment solutions for wearable and smart device brands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob supports safe, compliant shipping for lithium-ion and DG-labelled products while reducing courier surcharges through regional distribution. Real-time inventory insights keep both core devices and variants in stock, and unified DTC and B2B fulfilment simplifies retailer POs, bulk EDI orders, and ecommerce shipments from one shared inventory pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Battery-powered device shipping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob is equipped to store and ship products containing lithium-ion and other battery types. Our team reviews and approves all products categorized as dangerous goods (DG) or hazardous materials (HAZMAT) \u2013 including those containing lithium-ion batteries \u2013 before they enter our network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With clear operational procedures and dashboard visibility, ShipBob helps brands confidently fulfil orders containing battery-powered wearables across the U.S. while minimising courier surcharges and achieving cost-effective shipping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Real-time inventory insights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Gain complete visibility into your inventory across all SKUs and sales channels with ShipBob\u2019s advanced dashboard. Monitor stock levels for both core products and variants in real time, helping you avoid stockouts or overstocking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With actionable reorder notifications and detailed analytics, you can keep every item balanced and ready for peak demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unified B2B and DTC fulfilment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob empowers brands to manage both direct-to-consumer and wholesale B2B orders from a single, integrated platform. With ShipBob, you can fulfil retailer purchase orders, bulk EDI orders, and DTC ecommerce shipments from the same inventory pool, eliminating the need for separate workflows or multiple systems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our tech-enabled network, automated EDI integrations (in the U.S.), and order management capabilities make it easy to scale across channels while maintaining real-time visibility and control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Automated returns management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob facilitates a seamless returns experience, and even offers integrations that make initiating returns and exchanges easier by allowing you to automate the creation and handling of return orders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With configurable SKU-level options for restocking, quarantining, or disposing of returned items, you can ensure each product is processed according to your preferences. You can also arrange to have returns sent to another (non-ShipBob) facility of your choosing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Omnichannel fulfilment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob enables brands to manage all their sales channels from a single, unified platform. With a shared pool of inventory, you can seamlessly fulfil DTC, B2B, and marketplace orders without juggling multiple partners or risking overstock and stockouts. Our fulfilment experts follow strict processes and adhere to each retailer\u2019s unique guidelines, ensuring every order meets the highest standards for accuracy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This integrated approach streamlines your operations, preserves valuable retail relationships, and gives you real-time visibility and control across every channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Global DDP shipping and fulfilment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob empowers brands to reach customers worldwide with a robust network of fulfilment centres in the U.S., UK, Europe, Australia, and Canada. By offering Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping options to over 250 destinations, ShipBob enables transparent landed costs and faster, more reliable local delivery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our platform streamlines cross-border logistics and provides real-time visibility, so your customers enjoy a seamless checkout and delivery experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of wearables and smart devices products that companies fulfil with ShipBob<\/h2>\n\n\n\n