What are kits?
Learn more about how to bundle a group of products as a set.
What are Kits?
Ever assembled a playlist for your workouts or a collection of your favorite coffee blends? That's how kits work. Think of a kit as your curated collection — a bundled package of select items that you offer as one cohesive unit. It's like putting together a 'Best of' album where each track (or product) is a hit on its own, but when combined, creates an experience greater than the sum of its parts.
The Perks of Packaging with Kits:
- Mix and Match with Ease: Combine existing products into a new offering without additional SKU hassles.
- Sell Smarter, Not Harder: Individual items in a kit aren't tied down; they can be sold separately, offering you more ways to sell.
- Inventory Intelligence: ShipHero acts as your backstage crew, keeping an eye on your stock levels to ensure your kits are always ready for the spotlight.
Before you start:
Clear the Stage: Make sure there are no pending orders for the products you're about to kit together. This helps keep your stock numbers in harmony.
Solo Acts Only: Avoid putting kits within kits. It’s like trying to fit a box inside a box – it complicates things unnecessarily.
Choose Your Kit Type: Build or Regular
- Build Kit: This is your on-demand band. Components are picked when orders come in, great for partial shipments or if your items are spread out in the warehouse.
- Regular Kit: Think of this as your ready-to-go meal kit. Everything needs to be available at once – no sending out incomplete packages.
Two Ways of Creating Kits
- Via CSV Download the template, fill it out, and upload it back. A bit like making a playlist. Read to learn more -
- Via Product Details Add components one by one to your Parent SKU, just like choosing ingredients for your signature dish.
Learn how to create Kits in-depth:
Hitting a Snag?
If you get an error about bins and kits, it’s like having a reserved seat you need to free up. Either clear the bin or create a new SKU for your kit.
Remember: Consistency is key. If you're operating from multiple warehouses, your kits need to be the same across the board.
By incorporating these practices, you're all set to create kits that make sense for your business and bring joy to your customers.
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