Introducing Enhanced Returns Processing for Better Data Accuracy

Discover the new returns processing feature on Shopify Plus, designed to ensure financial reporting accuracy by accounting for returns only upon receipt.
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Executive summary:

  • Enhanced control over financial impacts of returns.
  • Seamless integration into existing workflows.
  • Beneficial for enterprise-level merchants managing large volumes.

What changed

Shopify Plus now allows merchants to manage when returns affect their sales and tax reports, only reflecting impact after confirmed receipt. This process ensures sales data accuracy and facilitates better inventory and refund management.

Why it matters

This feature helps merchants maintain accurate financial records, improving decision-making and reporting. It streamlines inventory management and enhances customer service by aligning financial data with physical stock.

Role-specific impact

  • Marketers: Gain insights on product returns to adjust marketing strategies.
  • Developers: Implement and customize the returns processing workflow as needed.
  • Store admins: Manage returns, restocking, and refunds more efficiently.

Implementation checklist

  1. Review current returns policy and adjust to utilize new features effectively.
  2. Enable feature via Shopify Admin and test with a subset of returns to ensure smooth integration.
  3. Train staff on the new workflow and monitor adjustments for continuous improvement.

Resources

Learn more at the Shopify Help Center.

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