What is Multi-Carrier Shipping?
TMS Glossary
What is a Multi-Carrier Shipping?
Multi-carrier shipping allows businesses to access and ship with multiple carriers, providing greater flexibility, cost savings, and improved delivery options. With the right multi-carrier shipping solution, companies can optimize their shipping strategy across different carriers and modes.
Why is Multi-Carrier Shipping Important?
- Reduces Shipping Costs – Compares carrier rates to select the most cost-effective option.
- Enhances Flexibility – Access multiple carriers for different shipping needs.
- Improves Delivery Speed – Choose the best carrier based on transit time and cost.
- Increases Supply Chain Resilience – Reduce reliance on a single carrier.
- Optimizes Logistics Operations – Automate carrier selection and rate shopping.
How Does Multi-Carrier Shipping Work?
- Automated Carrier Selection – Choose the best option using real-time data.
- Route & Transit Optimization – Improve delivery performance and cost efficiency.
- Carrier Diversification – Reduce risk and increase operational flexibility.
- Shipping Process Automation – Streamline with fewer manual steps.
- Seamless Integration – Connect with TMS, ERP, and WMS platforms.
Key Features of FreightPOP’s Multi-Carrier Shipping Solution
- Automated Rate Shopping – Compare rates across multiple carriers in real time.
- One-Click Label Generation – Print labels for any carrier instantly.
- Multi-Mode Support – Handle parcel, LTL, FTL, ocean, and air shipments.
- Carrier Diversification – Access a wide network for optimized delivery.
- Real-Time Shipment Visibility – Track and manage all shipments from one place.
- Seamless Integration – Connect to TMS, ERP, and WMS for unified management.
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