Order Splitting as Per Vendors
ShipTurtle allows you to split orders based on the vendors of the items in the order. This feature ensures that each vendor sees only the relevant portion of an order, simplifying processing and ensuring that vendors only handle their own products. This article explains how order splitting works and what vendors and admins can expect.
How Orders Are Split
1) Split Per Line Items
- Orders are split based on the vendor field for each line item.
- Once an order is placed, the vendor cannot be changed.
- Single-vendor orders (orders with only one vendor's products) remain unchanged.
Example:
If a customer orders products from Vendor A and Vendor B:
- Vendor A will see only the portion of the order related to their products
- Vendor B will see their own portion of the order
2) Sub-total, Taxes, and Total
Each vendor receives only the portion of the order that belongs to them. Here’s how the breakdown works:
Vendor’s View
- Vendors see only their own orders and totals (not the overall order value).
- Taxes are split based on the details of the line items (this is important for tax reporting).
Totals
- The total prices for individual vendors are calculated separately.
- The sum of each vendor’s total adds up to the overall order total, ensuring consistency with Shopify orders.
Example:
- Vendor A has items worth $50, and the taxes on their items are $5. Their total will be $55.
- Vendor B has items worth $30, with $3 taxes. Their total is $33.
- The overall order total will be $88, which is the sum of both vendors’ totals.
Key Benefits of Order Splitting
- Seamless workflow for multi-vendor orders, as vendors handle only their own products.
- Clear financial visibility for each vendor, making it easier for them to manage invoicing, taxes, and payouts.
- Consistency with Shopify order totals ensures the data remains accurate across both platforms.
If you’re stuck, reach us at team@shipturtle.com or open a ticket on the support page.