WarehouseMap Fulfillment Break-Even Calculator

How to use it

Use this when direct-shipping orders are becoming stable and you are considering an overseas warehouse. It compares daily orders, storage, pick-pack, last mile, and return cost in one monthly model.

1. Enter average daily orders and direct-shipping unit cost.
2. Add warehouse pick-pack, last-mile, monthly storage, return rate, and return handling cost.
3. Compare monthly and unit costs for direct shipping versus warehousing.
4. If costs are close, factor in delivery speed, return experience, and inventory risk.

Checks before using

• Order volume can absorb storage cost
• Inventory turnover and dead-stock risk are manageable
• Warehouse supports target countries and returns
• Compensation, inbound, aging, and surcharge rules are clear

Calculation and evaluation basis

Monthly orders = daily orders*30. Direct cost = monthly orders*direct rate. Warehouse cost = monthly orders*(pick-pack+last mile+return rate*handling)+storage. Break-even daily volume = storage/(direct rate-warehouse variable unit cost)/30, only if variable cost is lower. Zero volume has no unit cost. Inbound freight, inventory financing and dead stock are excluded.

These notes support a first-pass decision. Before buying software, scaling ads, shipping goods, or handling tax matters, verify against platform dashboards, service contracts, official pricing pages, and professional advice.

Limits and assumptions

• Assumes a 30-day month and stable daily volume; no sales forecast
• Inbound freight, inventory financing, dead stock, receiving and aging fees are excluded
• Compares your inputs only, not warehouse locations, provider quality or contracts