Manifest Drop Launch Checklist

Last updated: June 2, 2026

Planning a product drop or high-volume campaign? Follow this checklist to ensure a smooth, coordinated launch between your Shopify store and Manifest’s fulfillment team. Proactive planning helps avoid inventory issues, API throttling, and fulfillment delays.

 

Pre-Launch Prep

1. Notify Manifest

Please share relevant drop details with your Account Manager, including:

  • Drop date and time

  • Expected order volume

  • Featured SKUs

2. Confirm Inventory Arrival

Ensure all drop inventory is delivered to Manifest with ample lead time for receiving and QA. Your Account Manager can confirm expected receiving turnaround.

3. Coordinate With Shopify

Contact Shopify support to request a temporary increase in API call limits for ShipHero. This helps prevent throttling during high order volume.

4. Adjust Inventory Sync Settings

Turn off inventory sync for all SKUs to avoid overselling during the rush. Disable sync storewide temporarily via My Account > Stores > Settings

 

Day-Of Launch Checklist

1. Guaranteed Expedited Options

Turn off any Guaranteed Expedited delivery options in Shopify to protect against fulfillment delays.

2. Update Shopify Shipping Options

Ensure your shipping messaging matches fulfillment expectations. Update names or rates if needed.

💡 Run a test order to confirm the right delivery options show at checkout.

3. Manage Inventory in Shopify

  • Set drop SKUs to Draft status in Shopify

  • Upload inventory counts (we recommend removing ~10 units per SKU to account for oversells)

  • If pre-selling, consider listing less than available inventory

  • Set SKUs back to Active at the exact launch time

 

Post-Launch Cleanup

1. Confirm Order Sync

Double-check that all drop orders synced correctly to Manifest. If any are missing, contact your Account Manager right away.

2. Clear Remaining Inventory From Shopify

If you manually uploaded placeholder inventory, now’s the time to remove it or reset it to 0.

3. Evaluate Inventory in Manifest

Review remaining inventory levels in Manifest’s system to plan restocks or future drops.

4. Re-Enable Key Settings

Turn inventory sync back on for drop SKUs

 

Questions or Custom Support?

Contact your Manifest Account Manager or reach out to support@manifest.eco to coordinate any drop-specific needs or confirm best practices for your brand.