Carrier allocation rules based on parcel conditions ensure that an order's physical specifications match the capabilities of the assigned carrier. This helps you avoid misdeclaration charges and ensures large or heavy items are handled correctly.
For example, you can allocate an order to a specific carrier if the total dead weight exceeds 25 kg, or you can exclude a carrier if the maximum dimension of a parcel is too large for their network.
This article discusses how to create smart shipping rules based on package conditions, such as weights and dimensions. For more information about smart shipping rules, see the smart shipping rules article.
Create a smart shipping rule with a parcel condition
Before you start creating rules, make sure you have turned on smart shipping rules in your Shippit account. For more information, see the creating rules article.
You can create parcel-based rules on any of these conditions:
Condition | Description | Example |
Package type | Your custom package types. |
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Parcel dead weight | The deadweight of an individual parcel, in kilograms |
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Parcel volumetric weight | The volumetric weight of an individual parcel, in kilograms |
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Maximum dimension | The maximum dimension of a single side of an individual parcel, in centimetres. |
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Median dimension | The median of all dimensions of an individual parcel, in centimetres. |
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Minimum dimension | The minimum dimension of a single side of an individual parcel, in centimetres |
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💡NOTE: For more information about the different types of weights, including how volumetric weight is calculated, see the Understanding misdeclarations article.
Creating a parcel-based rule
Log in to your Shippit account, and navigate to Settings → Company Rules → Carrier Allocation. For store rules, navigate to Settings → Store Rules → Carrier Allocation.
Click Create new rule.
For company rules, select which stores the rule applies to, or select all stores.
Give your rule a name. For example, Heavy items.
Create the conditions for your rule:
In the When this happens field, select Parcel dead weight.
In the Is field, select Greater than.
In the Enter value field, type the weight in kilograms. For example, 20.
Select the carriers you you want to allocate these items to:
In the Do this field, select Allocate if serviceable
In the Select carriers field, check the carrier or carriers you want to allocate heavier items to.
Click Create to save your rule and return to the rules page.
Activate your rule by clicking the rule toggle to the on position.