Even with a proper contract manufacturer, campaigns run into
crowdfunding delays if the original quote was inaccurate. Projects
cannot afford to be off in their initial cost breakdown, so think beyond
materials, labour, overhead and acquisition. Furthermore, consider
material alternatives in case of shortages or unexpected
complications—both in and outside of the plant. This illustrates how
important contracts are, especially those complete with warranties.
Shipping Insurance and Customs
Although an additional cost, insurance and tracking protect productsin-transit and inform backers of their pending arrival in order to avoid
crowdfunding delays. Like warranty, this reduces the financial burden
of replacing lost or damaged goods. Some shipping services automatically
include such things.
Usually, projects cannot calculate the cost of customs nor charge the
backer for this ahead of time. Such costs, then, need to be voiced
early to prevent complaints and/or needless inquiries during the
campaign’s busy aftermath. Including the proper document, too, is
paramount. Without it, the border might simply send the package back to
the manufacturer. Getting stuck at customs is a legitimate worry,
though, so express the possibility of such crowdfunding delays to all
backers.
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