When storage capacity is limited, careful shipment planning becomes critical. Sending inventory strategically can help sellers maximize available capacity while ensuring popular products remain in stock.
📦 Prioritize High-Demand Inventory
Focus on replenishing products that:
Sell consistently
Have strong turnover rates
Generate the most revenue
Avoid using limited capacity on inventory that may sit in storage for long periods.
📊 Review Available Capacity Before Shipping
Before creating a shipment:
Check the Storage Volume Monitor
Review current utilization
Identify available capacity by storage type
This helps prevent shipment creation errors later in the workflow.
🚚 Send Smaller, More Frequent Shipments
Rather than sending large quantities at once:
Ship inventory in smaller batches
Replenish more frequently
Align shipments with expected demand
This approach helps preserve available capacity.
🔍 Monitor Inventory in Transit
Inventory already being shipped to Amazon may consume available capacity.
Before creating new shipments:
Review inbound inventory
Account for inventory currently in transit
Adjust shipment quantities accordingly
💡 Best Practices
Prioritize fast-moving products
Monitor capacity regularly
Avoid overstocking
Create shipments based on actual demand
Plan replenishment schedules in advance
✅ Summary
Efficient shipment planning helps sellers make the most of limited storage capacity while ensuring inventory remains available for customers.