Glossary Term
Prep Service
A third-party service that specializes in preparing inventory for Amazon FBA, including inspection, poly-bagging, and labeling according to Amazon’s strict standards.
Outsourcing the Headache
Prepping items for FBA is the most labor-intensive part of the business. A "Prep Center" receives your goods from the factory, checks for damage, applies FNSKU labels, and puts them in the correct packaging. This allows you to run your business from anywhere without ever touching a box.
Efficiency in the Prep Center
Prep centers live and die by their efficiency. If they spend 5 minutes per item on labeling, they lose money. That’s why professional prep centers use automated labeling tools and bulk resizers to process 1,000s of units an hour. If you are doing your own prep, you should use the same professional tools to save your own time.
- Ensures 100% compliance with Amazon policies.
- Often cheaper than paying Amazon for their internal prep service.
- Critical for international sellers without a US warehouse.