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# Two-Step Integration: Same-Day Receive-and-Ship Flow

> Process same-day shipments in HexPrep using pre-uploaded labels — packages are detected at check-in and ship instantly, eliminating storage time entirely.

The **Two-Step Integration** is a lightweight, high-speed workflow similar to the Manual Integration, but optimized for **same-day turnaround**. It's designed for situations where packages are shipped out almost immediately after they arrive — eliminating storage time and handling delays.

## Overview

Like the Manual workflow, the Two-Step Integration isn't tied to any specific marketplace (e.g., Amazon or Walmart). Instead, it's a direct process between the client and our warehouse, allowing the client to request shipments, upload their own labels, and manage fulfillment directly within HexPrep's dashboard.

The key difference is that Two-Step shipments allow **pre-uploaded labels**, letting our team receive and ship packages instantly upon arrival.

## How It Works

### 1. Client Creates a Two-Step Order

Clients create a **Two-Step inbound order** from their dashboard. When submitting the request, you can:

* Upload **shipping labels** in advance
* Add any **notes or identifiers** to help match packages when they arrive

Because the labels are already attached to the request, our warehouse doesn't need to wait for label generation later.

### 2. Check-In Workflow Enhancement

When an inbound package arrives, HexPrep detects that it's linked to a Two-Step item during **check-in**. The system automatically displays the pre-uploaded labels, and our team can directly **create and ship the outbound shipment** right from the check-in screen.

This means the package can **enter and leave our warehouse within minutes** — with no need for storage or further handling.

## Comparison: Two-Step vs. Manual

| Feature              | Manual Integration                | Two-Step Integration                         |
| -------------------- | --------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------- |
| Marketplace Linked   | None                              | None                                         |
| Client Uploads Label | Optional                          | Before arrival                               |
| Warehouse Buys Label | Optional                          | Usually unnecessary                          |
| Storage Required     | Sometimes                         | No storage needed                            |
| Shipment Created     | After arrival                     | During check-in                              |
| Ideal For            | DTC, small batch, or delayed ship | Fast in-out shipments, pre-labeled inventory |

## Summary

* Clients upload labels **before items arrive**
* Packages are detected and processed **at check-in**
* Shipments are **created and marked shipped** automatically
* Greatly reduces **storage costs** and **turnaround time**