Multi-Warehouse Distribution
Strategic Inventory Distribution Across Multiple Locations
Configure single or multiple warehouse locations for supplier inventory. Distribute products strategically across retail locations with intelligent location mapping and brand-specific routing. Optimize fulfillment and reduce shipping costs by placing inventory closer to your customers.
Key Features
Powerful tools to optimize your warehouse distribution strategy
Single or Multi-Warehouse
Choose between routing all supplier inventory to one location or strategically distributing across multiple warehouses based on your business needs.
Location Mapping Rules
Create custom routing rules by brand or product type. Route specific products to designated locations while using a default warehouse as a catch-all.
Intelligent Routing
Automatically distribute inventory to the right locations based on your configured rules. Optimize fulfillment by placing products closer to customers.
Configuration Modes
Choose the distribution model that fits your business
Single Warehouse Mode
All supplier inventory goes to one location
Simple Setup: One location receives all supplier inventory
Centralized Fulfillment: Perfect for single-location businesses
Easy Management: No complex routing rules to maintain
Quick Start: Get up and running in minutes
Multi-Warehouse Mode
Distribute inventory across multiple locations
Location Mapping: Create rules by brand or product type
Brand-Specific Routing: Route specific brands to designated warehouses
Default Location: Catches all products not matched by other rules
Flexible Rules: Add, modify, or remove routing rules anytime
Real-World Use Cases
See how multi-warehouse distribution solves common challenges
Multi-Location Bike Shop
A bike shop with three retail locations can distribute supplier inventory strategically. Main warehouse handles most inventory, while specialty stores stock specific brands or categories.
Example Configuration:
Trek bikes → Main warehouse (default), Mountain bikes → Mountain shop location, Road bikes → Downtown shop
Regional Distribution
Route products to warehouses based on regional demand patterns. Place popular items closer to high-demand areas for faster fulfillment and happier customers.
Example Configuration:
E-bikes → West coast warehouse, Gravel bikes → Midwest warehouse, All other products → Main warehouse
Brand Partnership Locations
Some brand partnerships require inventory to be stocked at specific locations. Route these products automatically while keeping other inventory centralized.
Example Configuration:
Specialized products → Specialized concept store, Other brands → Main warehouse
Start Simple, Scale Later
Begin with single warehouse mode to keep operations simple. As you grow and add locations, switch to multi-warehouse distribution without disrupting operations.
Example Configuration:
Start: All inventory → Single warehouse, Growth: Brand-specific routing across 3+ locations
How It Works
Set up multi-warehouse distribution in four simple steps
Choose Your Model
Select single warehouse mode (all inventory to one location) or multi-warehouse mode (distribute across multiple locations).
Configure Locations
Set up your warehouse locations in Shopify. Define which locations should receive supplier inventory and set a default catch-all location.
Create Routing Rules
Build location mapping rules based on brands or product types. Products matching rules route to specific locations, others go to your default warehouse.
Automate & Monitor
Let the system automatically route inventory as products sync. Monitor distribution patterns and adjust rules as your business evolves.
Why Use Multi-Warehouse Distribution?
Optimize Fulfillment
Route products to locations closest to your customers for faster delivery and lower shipping costs.
Strategic Distribution
Place high-demand products in multiple locations while keeping specialty items centralized.
Brand-Specific Routing
Route specific brands to designated locations based on dealer agreements or regional preferences.
Flexible Configuration
Start with a single warehouse and expand to multi-location distribution as your business grows.
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