Computer fulfillment services provide a cost-effective solution to many businesses today when outsourcing their own back-end operations isn’t affordable. Even though software fulfillment services can also run a little on the expensive side, you will be able to manage your fulfillment operations from beginning to end, closing the loopholes that could affect your bottom line.

Take advantage of computer fulfillment houses and software fulfillment houses who offer turn-key services for your operations to increase productivity, while decreasing the headaches.

Regardless of your business, you can likely find fulfillment software to help you streamline your operations. As you shop for the software fulfillment companies that best fit your needs, keep in mind the following:

1. Find a way to quantify the enhanced bottom line you can achieve using new computer fulfillment software as you set your budget.

2. Compare fulfillment software from several companies to determine the best computer fulfillment services available for your company’s needs.

3. Select a software packaging fulfillment company that has warehousing facilities located in travel distance so you can check on your inventory and perform due diligence that the company is acting in your best interests.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Consider what software and computers fulfillment companies can offer your business

Create a list of services that your company needs to fulfill customer's orders, special requests and time frame, and then consult with several computer fulfillment companies to see what they can offer.

I recommend: InserTec, located in Indianapolis, specializes in software packaging, labeling, inserts and CD/DVD replication for your business needs. They also handle returns, so it’s a full-service software fulfillment company. SoftSource in Lake Forest, CA, handles replication, packaging, Blu-ray disc technology for training, trade shows and B2B communications. Fulfillment software company Fulfillment Works specializes in literature fulfillment services and EDI services. They handle e-commerce shopping carts, product and literature fulfillment in their 70,000-sq. feet facility located in Orange, CT. For software packaging fulfillment, consider using Image Source, a company that offers its extensive services to computer software firms. They specialize in supply chain management as well as optical and magnetic media, project management, manufacturing, distribution and warehousing. Located in Bellingham, MA, they also provide extensive replication services.

Compare software packaging fulfillment companies before you hire one to handle your operations

Once you narrow down your needs, find the software fulfillment center that has the capabilities of meeting your needs, budget and deadline.

I recommend: Duplium, with facilities in Carrollton, Texas, and Toronto, Canada, handles duplication and distribution, catering especially to computer gaming, entertainment for optical media companies, with Nintendo certification. They handle printing, packaging and can service more than 80% of North America. JVC America software packaging fulfillment services include Sony PlayStation®, Nintendo Wii® and Gameboy® among others, and can handle software fulfillment services of over 400,000 units a day.

Make certain the software fulfillment center you select provides all the services you require

Some computer fulfillment companies offer specialty services that include media and sound production in their menu of services. If you can find a one-stop-shop for all your needs, it will free up your time to generate more business.

I recommend: Digital Excellence, located in Plymouth, MN, specializes in preparing your artwork, duplication, warehousing and fulfillment. They can handle your CD and DVD reproduction, as well as VHS and audio cassettes. They even have a recording studio with trained profession speakers and music and soundtrack capabilities, so they can handle your entire project in-house. Corporate Disk Company provides computer fulfillment services including CD and DVD replication, silk screening, packaging and fulfillment. Additional services include USB flash drives and can even handle printing services for your manuals. Cornerstone Automation Systems, Inc. provides automation systems, software, labeling and printing including bar coding and their systems utilize the Microsoft Windows XP platform. They also handle Internet fulfillment, catalog and mail order.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Be a hit with your customers, and pocket some extra profits by offering to sell a backup copy of the software that you market. Ask the software fulfillment centers you are considering if they offer this service.