The modern business model - print on demand dropshipping

In the last few years, there has been a dramatic shift in the way businesses operate. The traditional business model - where companies manufacture and store products in anticipation of customer orders - is no longer as popular as it once was. A new model has taken its place: print on demand dropshipping. In this article, we will explore what print on demand dropshipping is, how it works, and why it is becoming so popular among business owners.

What is print on demand?
Print on demand is when an item is printed only when there is an order. You can print on demand one item or several at once. There are two options, you can sell print on demand services to customers or you can have a print on demand dropshipping e-commerce store.

If you have ever had a custom printed t-shirt, for example, for a bachelorette party, that is print on demand catered to customers. But you can also have an e-shop where you sell custom-printed t-shirts. The difference is that you choose the designs and your customers buy already made designs (with the exception that you offer to create a custom design).

What is dropshipping
Dropshipping business model means that you have an e-commerce store but you don't have the inventory in your warehouse. Rather when you get an order in your shop, you order the item from another supplier but send it out as a product from your shop. With print on demand dropshipping usually the print on demand supplier not only prints the products but also sends them out in your name.

A business that is perfect for beginners
Since with print on demand dropshipping you don't need to maintain a warehouse and all your investments are digital, there are several pros to starting this type of business.

1. You can do it from anywhere in the World
That's right! All you need is an internet connection, computer, and zest to grow your business. Other skills like digital marketing, graphic design, etc are a bonus as you can outsource them or learn in the process.

2. Small initial investements
Since you don't need to have a physical inventory, you don't need to buy all the products you will list in the shop. The print on demand dropshipping works like this - when you get an order, you pass it on to the print on demand supplier and they will take care of the physical side of the business.

3. It can easily be a side business
Even though you can grow a print on demand business in a full-time job that earns more than a desk job, you can also have it as a side business. Sometimes it is even possible to outsource the customer service to the print on demand supplier, so it means all you need to do is to set up a website with an e-commerce shop, create a few designs and run some ads, and let the print on demand supplier handle everything else.

If the print on demand business model is so great, why not all people do it?
Here are some reasons why all people who want a business, don't own a print on demand one:

1. You are limited by what the print on demand supplier can do
Print on demand suppliers try their best to have a variety of choices in sizes, styles, and cuts for clothing items and they add new products to their inventory regularly, but still, you are limited by what the print on demand supplier has in their stock.

You also need to work with the printing options your print on demand supplier offers - for example, sometimes it is not possible to print the whole t-shirt from top to bottom, and you need to be fine, with, for example, a design just on the front.

2. Different business models for different people
As with everything, people are so different. Why does not everyone do this business model? Because it is not for everyone. Some people who start their business want to sell something they have made, for example, jewelry or pottery. Or maybe they want to offer their skills as graphic designers, marketers, etc. Printing designs on t-shirts or other items is just not their thing.

How to start a print on demand dropshipping business
Now when you know the pros and cons of starting a print on demand business, are you ready to get into the details of how to start a print on demand business?

1. Scout print on demand suppliers
Of course, you can always start with an idea of what you want to print, but it is wise to explore the print on demand suppliers in the early stages. That way you know what is possible and what is not, and you can base your product ideas on that. Definitely, check out reviews and test their product - the quality of the items as well as the print.

As a print on demand supplier, we recommend checking out www.printseekers.com. They have very low return rates for their products - just 0,22%! Of businesses that start working with them, 96,56% keep the partnership, and 98,72% of packages reach their owners in less than a week in perfect conditions. And the best part - on average partner revenue goes up 40% since starting working with Printseekers.com.

2. Create designs
The next step, after you have found a print on demand supplier, is to create those beautiful designs to print on the items. If you have a knack for designing, you can do it yourself but you can always hire a professional.

Before you list anything in the shop, make sure your designs are not copyrighted to avoid legal issues. Remember, that popular characters like superheroes, cartoon personalities, famous quotes, etc, most likely will be copyrighted.

3. It's time for a website
To display your beautiful designs, you need an e-commerce website. We recommend using systems that already support webshops, for example, Shopify. Other options include WordPress with Woocommerce, Squarespace, Weebly, Wix, Mozello, and others.

When creating an e-shop, make sure you take good pictures of your products. For this reason and to check the shipping and product quality of the print on demand supplier, it is wise to order a few test items. You can, later on, sell them on the website with a discount as a floor model.

You will also need a payment system, so make sure your website supplier provides that.

4. Marketing that drives sales
And the last step that keeps on going, after publishing the website, it is time to get on with the marketing to get some sales! You can use Google Ads or Facebook Advertising to drive visitors that can turn into buyers. For long-term goals, you can work on SEO and develop your brand visibility even more.

Conclusion
Having any business is not easy. It always requires hard work, bright ideas, and a knack for problem-solving. And print on demand dropshipping business is no exception, even though it is very versatile with lots of strong points. We hope you gained some knowledge and are now ready to start the online business of your dreams!

Company name: Printseekers, LLC
Address: Latvia (EU), Adazi, Ūbeļu street 15 - 38, LV-2164
Contact person: Andris Grinbergs
Email: info@printseekers.com
Phone: (+371) 26261210

Printseekers is a global print-on-demand supplier company. Started in 2014.
Printseekers fulfills a wide range of products from to print on demand canvas and wallpapers to textiles like t-shirts and hoodies.

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