Transportation
Split Shipment
Dividing a single order into multiple shipments for delivery.
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Updated 2025-10-01
Definition
Split shipments occur when items from a single order are shipped separately due to availability, location, or carrier restrictions.
Overview
Overview
While split shipments ensure faster fulfillment, they may increase shipping costs and complexity in tracking.
Causes
- Items stocked in different warehouses
- Partial inventory availability
- Carrier or packaging constraints
Example
A customer orders 3 items; two ship immediately from the local warehouse, and one ships later from a central distribution center.
Tags
#Split Shipment#Order Fulfillment#Transportation#Logistics#Inventory
Related Terms
Drop Shipping
Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Shipping
Order Splitting
