What Is NDR and RTO In Ecommerce

Vikas Yadav
4 min readDec 28, 2021
What Is NDR and RTO In Ecommerce

Introduction to NDR and RTO In Ecommerce

In ecommerce, it’s important to have a good understanding of NDR (non-delivery receipt) and RTO (return to origin). These two terms are related to packaging delivery, and knowing what they mean can help you troubleshoot shipping issues. In this blog post, we’ll explain the basics of NDR and RTO, and how they apply to ecommerce. We’ll also provide some tips for avoiding shipping problems. Stay tuned!

1) What Is Non-Delivery Report (NDR) and Return To Origin (RTO) In Ecommerce?

NDR is used when an order does not arrive at the expected destination. This could be due to it being lost in transit or because it was incorrectly addressed. When this happens, the buyer will receive a Non-Delivery Report from the carrier.

RTO is used when an order is sent back to the sender. This generally occurs when there is an issue with the order such as incorrect or incomplete information. When this happens, the buyer will receive a Return To Origin from the carrier.

2) What is the importance of NDR and RTO?

When it comes to e-commerce, the importance of proper communication between buyers and sellers is essential. In particular, two key aspects of communication are the non delivery report and return to order.

The non delivery report (NDR) is a message that is sent by the buyer to the seller when an item has not been delivered. This report can help to identify any problems with the order or shipment and helps to ensure that the issue is resolved as quickly as possible. It also allows the buyer to track their package and see where it is in transit.

The return to order (RTO) is a message that is sent by the seller to the buyer when an item has been returned. This report lets the buyer know that their item has been received and a refund or exchange will be processed. It also allows the buyer to track their package and see where it is in transit.

Both of these reports are essential for ensuring that communication between buyers and sellers is smooth and efficient. By using these reports, both parties can quickly resolve any issues that may arise and continue with their transaction smoothly. Thanks to the non delivery report and return to order, e-commerce can be a safe, smooth, and enjoyable experience for all involved.

3) What causes NDR and RTO in eCommerce logistics?

NDR and RTO can be caused by a number of factors that include:

3.1)Incorrect Shipping Address (RTO)

When an order is shipped to the wrong address, it will be returned to sender for an incorrect or incomplete address;

3.2) Duplicate Order (NDR & RTO)

If there are duplicate orders, they may be canceled and/or sent back if one is placed after the other;

3.3 ) Fraudulent Order (NDR & RTO)

If you discover that an order was placed fraudulently, it may be refused and/or reported as fraudulent which may cause it to be canceled and/or sent back. However, some carriers won’t accept these reports for security reasons.

3.4) Non-Receipt (NDR & RTO)

If you didn’t receive the product, you must contact the carrier to report this and request a refund. Orders will often be shipped back if there is no response from the customer or if you fail to repay for the item that was never received.

If your order gets caught up in one of these ecommerce cycle issues, it’s important that you act quickly to prevent a negative impact on your business. First, see who sent the package by looking at the tracking number or receipt. Next, check with other members in your company who may have had input on sending out this shipment so they can help identify where it went wrong.

Finally, take steps to resolve the issue as soon as you can. For example, if an order was shipped to the wrong address, contact the shipping company and work with them to find out where the package ended up so it can be delivered to your customer.

You can use this same process for handling fraudulent or misdirected orders and other cycle issues that may occur in your business. The sooner you resolve these issues, the better off your business will be.

4) What are the tips to avoid receiving an NDR in the first place?

NDRs, or Non-Delivery Reports, are messages that are sent to email senders when an email fails to reach its intended recipient. They are often caused by invalid email addresses, outdated contact information, or server failures. If you want to avoid receiving NDRs, there are a few things you can do:

Check the recipient’s email address before sending. This may seem like common sense, but it’s easy to make a mistake when typing an email address.

Use the BCC field when sending to a group of people. This will help ensure that each recipient only sees their own email address in the “To” field.

Make sure your email is addressed correctly. Typos happen, but incorrect addressing can result in an NDR.

Avoid using all caps or excessive punctuation in your subject line. Both of these can be ignored when rules are applied to incoming messages, which can result in an NDR.

Final Thoughts

The next time you find yourself in a discussion about NDR (non-delivery report) and RTO (return to origin) in eCommerce, I hope this post has provided some clarity. If it didn’t, please reach out to us for additional information or help to implement these principles into your business strategy. We’d love to hear from you!

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