Real-Time Stock Status Information
Last updated 231229
Streamlined Backshop has an extensive catalog of products and services available to model railroaders. We work hard to organize these products in logical and easy-to-find categories and present them on a modern website that reports the real-time inventory status of everything we offer.
The stock status of every product is summarized on the category pages using badges that indicate the current status. There are four BADGE options that are displayed in the category pages on the site:
NO BADGE - These items are in stock and available to order.
On Sale - These items are in stock and available to order. They also feature discounted pricing.
BACKORDER - These items are not in stock but are available to order. This option is used for products that are new or have extended lead-times from the manufacturer. Please refer the SBS4DCC No-Obligation Backorder page for more information on this option.
Out of Stock - These items are out of stock and are not currently available to order. They are generally available from the manufacturer and are typically restocked quickly, usually within 2-4 weeks. The site prevents orders for these items so drop me an email to discuss options for special handling of your order if you are looking to combine Out of Sock product with in stock product or just want to place an order and get it when it comes in.
The stock status of every product is defined on the product detail pages using three key pieces of data; condition, availability and current stock.
CONDITION: - There are two condition status descriptions used on the site.
New - "New" is factory new product in original packaging. Enough said...
Used - "Used" is generally displayed in conjunction with the "PRE-OWNED" identifier in the product title. Refer to the product details page for information about the condition or reason a product is labeled "Used". Bottom line, if it ain't OEM new, it's used. Returned, opened product is used, period. Product used for in-house evaluation and testing is used, period.
The only exception to this policy is decoders that get handled for programming or preparation as a normal part of the sale process or occasional instances where a product is handled in-house for research, investigation or advertising.
AVAILABILITY: - There are five common availability status descriptions used on the site.
In Stock - Some items are stocked in bulk quantities and are too hard to manage on a per piece basis. These items do not display a "Current Stock" value. They are simply listed as "AVAILABILITY: In Stock". These item are available 99.99% of the time. Again, I am human and mistakes can happen.
Backorders Accepted - This is the most common status used for items that are generally available from the manufacturer and are regularly stocked at SBS4DCC. Backorders will be accepted when CURRENT STOCK is depleted. If the lead time is expected to be more than 30 days, I generally toggle the CURRENT STOCK status to BACKORDER NOW so that orders can be taken for the item. Email if an item has Low Stock or is Out Of Stock but you would like to proceed with a backorder.
Backorders Not Accepted - This status is generally used for items that are out-of-production or have limited availability but are physically in stock at SBS4DCC.
EMAIL FOR LEAD TIME & INSTRUCTIONS - This status is generally used for custom products and services that require extra handling. Like it says... EMAIL FOR LEAD TIME & INSTRUCTIONS if we haven't discussed it already.
FOR STORE USE ONLY - This status is reserved for use on items I have to display and have to have to manage the business. Like it says... FOR STORE USE ONLY!
FOR REFERENCE ONLY - This is used for informational pages that do not offer a product available to purchase. Like it says...
CURRENT STOCK - There are three CURRENT STOCK status values displayed in conjunction with the ADD TO CART button on the site.
Current Stock: (xx) -- This is the actual quantity we have available to ship immediately. Stock status is real-time and reasonably accurate. I am a human working with a computer so sometimes mistakes happen. I try...
If the Current Stock: (xx) value is not displayed, it is a bulk stock product that is always available. I usually have plenty for most circumstances.
The standard gold ADD TO CART button is displayed with both of these options.
Current Stock: SBS4DCC No-Obligation Backorder - This link is displayed for products that are not in stock but are available to order. This option is used for products that are new but not yet available or have extended lead-times from the manufacturer. Please refer the SBS4DCC No-Obligation Backorder page for more information on this option. Please note that mixed orders (orders that have CURRENT STOCK and BACKORDER NOW items) are held until all items are available to ship. I will not finance multiple shipments under any circumstance.
A special grey BACKORDER NOW button is displayed with this option.
Out Of Stock - These items are out of stock and are not currently available to order. They are generally available from the manufacturer and are typically restocked quickly, usually within 2-4 weeks. The site prevents orders for these items so drop me an email to discuss options for special handling of your order if you are looking to combine Out of Sock product with in stock product or just want to place an order and get it when it comes in. The Current Stock: (xx) value is not displayed when the quantity in stock equals zero.
A special pink OUT OF STOCK badge is displayed with this option.
So, welcome to SBS4DCC… Featuring Real-Time Stock Status Reporting! What YOU See Is What WE Have.
Please CONTACT US if you have questions about product availability or you require additional assistance with your order.