A prep centre can receive, check and prepare inventory under its agreed services. Its value depends on volumes, product requirements and total cost. Compare its quote with your internal cost; no volume alone guarantees profitability.
Define the services
Specify receiving, quantity checks, labelling, packing, bundling and exception handling. Ask how the provider applies current Amazon requirements to your products.
Compare the full cost
Add preparation, storage, minimums, rework, materials and both transport legs. Compare with your own time and cost records; a per-unit fee is not enough.
Define responsibilities
The agreement should specify timing, rejected or damaged units, access to evidence and customs responsibilities if inventory crosses a border.
Evaluate a representative batch
Before moving all inventory, evaluate a batch reflecting your products and constraints. Compare quantities, rework, timing and the actual invoice with agreed terms.