Does Automating The Manifesting System For Your Shipping Department Make Sense?: With UPS, FedEx and the USPS all mandating that the dimensions of a parcel be included in the manifesting process there is a big push for dimensioning systems. Lets take a look at the different processes these systems tackle.
Attention 3PL's, Distribution Centers, and Shippers!: Don't let fee changes by major carriers in 2007 become unexpected pain.
FedEx Ground Packages Dimensional Weight Rate Calculation: Effective February 5, 2007 the shipping charges for larger-size FedEx Ground packages will be calculated based on dimensional weight rather than on oversize package definitions.
At UPS, Dimensional Weight Replaces Oversize in 2007: Effective January 1, 2007 oversize charges for large packages shipped via UPS Ground services will be replaced with a simpler rate calculation based on dimensional weight.
United States Postal Service - This is the United States Postal Service Postage Rate Calculator for large packages. They also have their own Dimensional Calculator.
Automated Dimensioning Systems: To make the best use of your storage in the warehouse, on trucks, trains, or planes, you should consider automated dimensioning. These are reliable systems that deliver the performance you need to save both time and money.
Automated Cubing Systems: Cubing measures the length, width, height, and cubic displacement of packages. They can be delivered by conveyor to the system in any orientation with little to no spacing between packages or placed on a static device.
Automated Manifesting Systems: Automated Manifesting Systems Greatly Increase Your Bottom Line. Without it, shippers risk being hit with back charges from their carriers.
