[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Position] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Explanation for Delay of Partial Shipment Dear [Recipient's Name], I am writing to offer my sincerest apologies for the delay in the partial shipment of the order [order number] placed on [order date]. I understand the inconvenience this has caused and would like to provide a detailed explanation of the reasons behind the delay. Firstly, I would like to assure you that we value your business and have always strived to provide top-notch customer service. Unfortunately, unforeseen circumstances beyond our control have affected our shipping timeline, resulting in the delay. 1. Transportation Issues: Our contracted shipping company experienced unexpected delays in their delivery schedules due to inclement weather conditions and unforeseen technical difficulties. This caused a domino effect on our scheduled shipments, resulting in an unavoidable delay in fulfilling your order. 2. Inventory Shortage: Prior to shipping, we encountered an unforeseen shortage in the inventory required to complete the partial shipment of your order. Despite our best efforts to resupply promptly, this temporary disruption in our supply chain caused an unforeseen delay. 3. Quality Assurance Measures: Our company strongly believes in the strict adherence to high-quality standards. Throughout our production process, our thorough quality control checks identified an issue with a certain batch of products intended for your order. To maintain our commitment to excellence, we took the necessary steps to rectify the issue before shipping, unfortunately leading to the delay. Rest assured, we have taken immediate action to rectify the situation and expedite the delivery of the remaining items in your order. We have secured alternative shipping methods to minimize any further delays and have successfully resolved the inventory shortage issue. To express our sincere apologies and show our appreciation for your patience, we would like to offer you a [discount voucher/coupon code] for your next purchase. This discount will be redeemable on our website or at any of our physical stores. Please note that we value your satisfaction and will do everything possible to prevent such delays from occurring in the future. Your feedback is highly appreciated, and we would be grateful if you could share any suggestions or concerns to help us improve our services. Once again, I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused. If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact our customer service team at [customer service contact details] who will be more than happy to assist you. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We are committed to ensuring your complete satisfaction. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Company Name]