How can customers follow a furniture order while it is being made?

Selling made-to-order on ShopifyUpdated 2 Nov 2026

Short answer

OrderPilot customers can follow their sale's stage in the customer portal and receive configured email or text updates.

The portal starts on Growth, along with text messages; branded email updates are included on every plan.

Customer stages reflect the store's order records and purchasing progress. They are not an independent live feed from the vendor's factory.

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What should we prepare before setting up our furniture catalog?

Prepare your product specifications, vendor details, selling prices, costs and available options before building the OrderPilot catalog. A Linden Sofa template might include fabric, cushion fill and the vendor supplying it.

Check which choices change price, cost or lead time, and which combinations are allowed. Those decisions shape the quotes staff create in Shopify.

Can we bring a furniture catalog into OrderPilot from a spreadsheet?

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Is OrderPilot suitable for a single furniture showroom?

Yes, OrderPilot supports a single showroom selling custom furniture through Shopify. Your team can configure products, write quotes, collect signatures and payments, and prepare vendor purchase orders.

You do not need multiple stores to use those workflows. Essentials covers up to 3 billed locations; choose a higher plan when you need its additional features.