Introducing Package Characteristics Report
Stay on top of your shipping costs with the Package Characteristics Report
The Package Characteristics Report gives you a detailed view of your shipping activity by client and date range. See key metrics like average package weight, average cost, shipping zone, total packages, and total spend—plus a full breakdown by weight band.
What’s New in the Package Characteristics Report?
The report includes:
- Drill-In by Client and Date Range – Understand exactly where your volume and spend are coming from.
- Comprehensive Metrics – View average package weight, average cost, average shipping zone, total packages shipped, and total spend.
- Weight & Zone Breakdown – Data grouped across every ounce, pounds, and up through 40+ lbs, covering your entire package mix.
- Detailed Insights – For each weight and zone, see package count, percentage of total volume, average cost, and total cost.
- Weighted Graph – Visualize your heaviest shipping zones and package weights at a glance.
Why This Matters
Shipping costs can quickly add up if you don’t understand where your volume is concentrated. The Package Characteristics Report helps you:
- Identify which customers or shipping lanes drive the most cost
- Go back to carriers with data-backed opportunities to optimize rates
- Track how your shipping profile changes over time
- Make smarter decisions to reduce overall shipping spend
How It Works
From the Reports menu, select Package Characteristics. Filter by client and date range to drill down into the metrics that matter most. The report aggregates your shipping data and presents it in a clear, actionable format.
How You Can Use It Today
- Client insights – Compare shipping costs across different customers and prioritize optimization efforts.
- Weight-focused analysis – See which package sizes or weight bands are costing the most.
- Zone optimization – Identify high-cost shipping zones to negotiate better carrier rates.
- Historical tracking – Monitor trends over time and adjust strategies proactively.
The Bottom Line
The Package Characteristics Report gives you a clear picture of your shipping activity, helping you understand costs, optimize carriers, and track trends over time. Whether you manage a single warehouse or a complex multi-client operation, this report makes it easy to identify opportunities to save on shipping and improve fulfillment efficiency.
Ready to get started? Log in to your Warehance dashboard and explore the new Package Characteristics Report today.