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How it works: shipping with multi-carrier shipping software

Multi-carrier shipping software from AEB helps businesses ship thousands of parcels, packages, pallets, and containers every day. From delivery notes to label printing to outbound delivery.

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How it works: shipping with multi-carrier shipping software

Step by step: multi-carrier shipping with AEB software

Delivery note directly from ERP, WMS, and more

A delivery note is created in SAP^® ERP or SAP S/4HANA^®, for example, with details of the type and quantity of goods ordered, then transferred to AEB’s multi-carrier shipping software.

Select carrier and service

AEB software enables multi-carrier shipping with more than 300 carriers and parcel services. Choose the right transport partner, service, and other delivery options such as paperless invoice, Saturday delivery, or pick-up request from your carriers. An additional module also allows you to fully automate the selection process based on criteria such as price, reliability, or lead time.

Multi-carrier shipping software creates shipping order

At the same time the carrier or parcel service is selected, the multi-carrier shipping software from AEB creates a shipping order with information on the consignor and consignee, goods, transport service provider, and service. This data is used at this early phase to prepare the shipping label so that it can later be quickly printed.

Data validation for smooth processes

Before the shipping label is printed, Carrier Connect validates whether the entered data is technically correct. The multi-carrier shipping software helps you fill in any missing data.

Shipping documents and labels printed

The shipping documents and shipping labels can be printed now (or later). The AEB solution supports various printer types, from laser printers to thermal printers to fully automated labeling machines.

EDI with tracking number transmitted to carrier

When the shipment is picked up by the selected carrier or parcel service, a day-end closing is generated and an EDI transmitted to the transport service provider. The manifest or loading list with all the shipments is also printed. The AEB solution even provides tracking and tracing data and returns status updates from the carriers.

End-to-end shipment tracking

Multi-carrier shipping software from AEB enables smart, fully integrated tracking, so you always have the big picture on the status of your shipments. The multi-carrier management software even includes proof management for duty-free shipments within the EU (“entry certificate”) with tracking logs of your transport partners.

Integrated business intelligence at your fingertips

How many shipments were sent where and with which carrier? Which service types are used and how often? The AEB multi-carrier shipping software has integrated business intelligence to provide these insights. Start analyzing and optimizing your shipping processes right away with preconfigured reports and dashboards, or configure the BI tool to your precise needs.

Features of the multi-carrier shipping software in detail

International multi-carrier management

Multi-package shipments made easy

Tracking and tracing integrated in multi-carrier shipping software

Easy management of proofs of shipment (“entry certificates”)

Multi-carrier management software with integrated reporting and business intelligence

Extend your multi-carrier shipping to include freight cost management, customs management, and more

Automate your shipping process up to 100% and extend your multi-carrier shipping with integrated AEB software for automated carrier selection, customs management, freight cost management, and more.

Automatic carrier selection

Rate management and freight audit

Carbon footprint reporting

Customs management and export controls

AEB multi-carrier shipping software: frequently asked questions

Multi-carrier shipping software from AEB allows you to ship parcels, pallets, containers, and much more with more than 300 carriers and parcel services. To give you some clarity before you get started, we’ve put together a list of the most common questions about our software.

How quickly can I begin using a new carrier in my multi-carrier shipping software if it is already available from AEB?

If you are already a customer of the carrier in question and have a customer number, then things can move quickly: The necessary master data is updated for the requirements of the new carrier and stored in the system for you. Then you can already begin running the first tests.

Shipping labels typically have a few barcodes. To ensure the printed labels – especially the barcodes – meet the specifications of the carrier’s scanners, you should transmit a few labels to the carrier for quality control before going live.

Which carriers are available in AEB’s multi-carrier shipping software?

Can I also add carriers and parcel services that are not on the list of available carriers to use with my multi-carrier shipping software?

Can we use our IT department to integrate carriers on our own?

How can I integrate Carrier Connect into my existing system environment?

In which languages is Carrier Connect available?

Is my data secure?

Which printers can I use to print labels?

Do I need to worry about updating routing data?

Can I transmit shipping data from my SAP® system to the AEB software?

Why is the initial setup different for the various carrier connections?

What’s so challenging about shipping labels?

The transport partners have strict rules, and the labels are very complex. A high volume of shipments also creates a high standard of performance for label printing. Carriers use various kinds of logic to determine the routing code of the packages. There is also a wide range of various barcode formats. Label requirements frequently change. Bottom line: To guarantee smooth transport, the quality and content of the labels – especially the barcodes – must be just right.

Talk with our experts to learn more about AEB’s multi-carrier software

Andrej Grohar

AEB Product Expert for multi-carrier shipping software

“Optimize your multi-carrier shipping logistics! I’ll be happy to show you how Carrier Connect can give you greater flexibility and performance while making life easier for your own IT experts.”

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