Coronavirus. COVID-19. No matter what you call it, one thing is clear. Online retailers are worried. China is ground zero for the virus, and it’s also one of the world’s leading drop shippers, exporters and manufacturers. The repercussions could be dismal.

Keeping track of inventory and deciding what to order takes more than guesswork. Inventory management is a science. Getting it right makes your business run smoothly. If you're struggling with inventory management, this article can help. Today you'll learn some basic forecasting models to improve your current inventory management system. 

So you want to start an online business. There is a ton of money to be made in e-commerce. Selling online offers far more flexibility than a traditional job. And hey — who doesn’t want to be their own boss? 

For many online retailers, offering gift-wrap options to your customers is a good idea. If so, adding a gift message option is a must. It's not easy for customers to put their personal touch on a gift they buy online. Make it easier by allowing them to write a personal gift message to the recipient. Customers love personalized customizations like this. And, as you can see in the example above, not having a gift message can lead to some serious confusion.

So you want to sell on Amazon FBA, but your supplier is in a different country. The benefits of selling on Amazon FBA are huge, but buying goods from USA suppliers can be pricey. Dropshipping from overseas suppliers is an attractive option to keep costs down. But everyone knows you can make a ton of money by selling on Amazon FBA. Is it possible to ship supplies from China to Amazon FBA? Yes, with some caveats.