Amazon
Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF)
Leverage Amazon's robust fulfillment network and expertise to power the growth of your ecommerce. Deliver orders on time, every time, through any online sales channel, including marketplaces, social media stores, and your own website. Connect to different sales channels with ChannelEngine and let Amazon MCF do the heavy lifting on fulfillment.
What is Amazon MCF?
How does Amazon MCF compare to FBA and FBM?
Aspect | FBA | FBM | MCF |
Fulfillment Scope | Amazon orders only | Non-Amazon and Amazon orders | Seller handles all aspects of fulfillment |
Shipping Speed | Prime eligibility (fast shipping) |
Depends on seller’s logistics setup |
Fast shipping via Amazon's network (no Prime) |
Control Over Branding | Prime eligibility (fast shipping) | Full control | Unbranded packaging |
Fees | Fulfillment fees + storage costs | The seller bears all fulfillment costs | Higher fulfillment costs + similar storage fees to FBA |
Inventory Management | Managed by Amazon | Managed by the sellers | Managed by Amazon for all orders |
Returns | Handled by Amazon | Handled by the seller | Handled by Amazon |
Why choose Amazon MCF?
Grow your multi-channel ecommerce with
ChannelEngine and Amazon MCF
Grow your multi-channel ecommerce with
ChannelEngine and Amazon MCF
The combination of Amazon MCF with ChannelEngine enables online sellers to centralize their multi-channel ecommerce operations, while taking full advantage of Amazon’s industry-leading fulfillment capabilities.
As you're looking into new marketplaces to sell on, here's how the integration between ChannelEngine and Amazon MCF works:
1. Select Amazon Supply Chain on ChannelEngine: Opt for Amazon's robust logistics services as your preferred provider directly within the ChannelEngine platform. This unlocks Amazon's multi-channel fulfillment capabilities.
2. Hassle-free synchronization: Our intelligent platform takes charge of exporting shipment information and stock levels directly to Amazon. This ensures that your product listings are kept up-to-date and synchronized across all connected marketplaces.
3. Simplify your multi-channel operations: Take control over your marketplace operations with ChannelEngine and Amazon MCF. Automate and simplify your entire sales and supply chain process across online channels.
How does Amazon Multi-channel Fulfilment (MCF) work?
Amazon Multi-channel Fulfillment: Best Practices & Limitations
Best Practices:
- Leverage Amazon's Scale: Amazon MCF uses one of the largest fulfillment networks globally, giving sellers fast, reliable shipping for non-Amazon orders.
- Consolidate Inventory: Storing all your inventory with Amazon can streamline operations and reduce warehousing costs.
- Offer Fast Shipping: Utilize Amazon's expansive logistics for expedited shipping options to delight customers.
Limitations to Consider:
- International Shipping Restrictions: MCF is primarily designed for U.S.-based domestic orders. International orders incur significant surcharges.
- Product Restrictions: Some product categories may not be eligible for MCF, such as toys, games, and subscriptions.
Benefits of Amazon MCF on ChannelEngine
Understanding the costs of Multi-channel Fulfillment
Understanding the costs of Multi-channel Fulfillment
How to connect with Amazon MCF on ChannelEngine?
Contact one of our marketplace specialists to learn how the powerful combination of ChannelEngine and Amazon MCF can scale your ecommerce operations across channels.
Zoe Kruize
Marketplace Specialist