Print Lab Drop Shipping

[OnTheFly7]

I am looking at utilizing ProDPI for future orders and I was wondering if anyone utilizes the drop ship method. I am up in the air, especially for the first few orders. I think I would like to see the prints first, in case there is an issue. Also, I like to include something extra in the shipment. That said, the drop ship seems like a nice option to cut down on delivery times.

 

[tirediron]

I NEVER send prints to a client that I have not reviewed first. Aside from the QA aspect, I want all of my products to go out with my touch on them, including the personalized folder and invoice. It will save time, but it's the Wal-mart method as opposed to the boutique method, and if all your clients get is an anonymous envelope of prints, why shouldn't they just go to Wal-mart?

 

[KmH]

Ditto what John said.
I want to make sure the lab didn't mess up making the print, which was very rare, but more important, I wanted to use upgraded packaging and the addition of some personal touches.

Retail photographers should be marketing/pricing/packaging their prints like the luxury product, paid-to-have-custom-made retail photographs are, not like a low-priced commodity.

 

[mckownphotography]

Agreed - the boutique packaging is part of your marketing that shouldn't be overlooked. I will drop ship only in rare cases .. like divorced parents of a senior and the other parent lives out of state.

 

[dennybeall]

Would not even consider it. What would happen if your order and "Chester the Molesters" order got mixed together?