1688 operating context
The main focus is wholesale sourcing, MOQ, supplier prices, batches, samples and landed cost. Data keeps store, period, market and product context so total revenue does not hide profit and operational risk.
Connection geography: China and international sourcing routes used by sellers. Currency context: CNY and management cost currency.
Connection and access verification
Prepare approved partner access and connected-store identifiers in 1688 Seller and Sourcing Workspace, save access in SellerStrat and wait for Connected.
After the first import, verify store, period, products and a control row count.
Inventory and order fulfillment
For 1688, account for the fact that supplies are controlled from purchase order through consolidation, cases and warehouse receipt. Inventory, inbound units, supplies and profit are analyzed by fulfillment model and warehouse.
Labels and product preparation
The working label set includes supplier item code, case marking, internal SKU and receiving label. KIZ applies only where traceability is mandatory; product and shipping labels do not replace one another.
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Frequently asked questions
Which SellerStrat sections are available for 1688?
API connection, financial report, fees, inventory, supplies, currency and free sticker, barcode and KIZ preparation.
How do I start with 1688?
Choose the marketplace, save access, wait for Connected, save currency and open the required module.