On your sale order, choose the carrier that will be used. Click on Delivery Method to choose the right one.
The real shipping cost is computed when the delivery order is validated, you can see the real cost in the chatter of the delivery order.
UPS will attempt to collect the amount shown on the C.O.D. tag or package label, and then send the payment to you. If UPS cannot collect the payment after three attempts, the package will be returned.
Try pairing your real-time rates with a Shipping Method Populator and give customers the ability to easily see all of your available shipping methods and rates.
LTL shippers are encouraged to load their goods onto pallets or into crates prior to pickup. Heavier items should be placed on the bottom of the pallets or crates, while lighter items should be placed on the top. It’s also best practice to include at least one large label on each handling unit in the shipment.
A bill of lading (BL or BoL) is a legal document issued by a carrier to a shipper that details the type, quantity, and destination of the goods being carried. A bill of lading also serves as a shipment receipt when the carrier delivers the goods at a predetermined destination. This document must accompany the shipped products, no matter the form of transportation, and must be signed by an authorized representative from the carrier, shipper, and receiver.
If you’re a high-volume shipper, it’s important to know how to negotiate shipping rates with FedEx or UPS to get the best possible pricing you can for your packages. With a bit of preparation and an understanding of the FedEx vs. UPS vs. USPS shipping rates, you can make room for yourself at the negotiating table.