How do I optimize my rates?

🧮 Optimizing Shipping Rates

Getting the best shipping rates starts with smart decisions around dimensions, weight, speed, and carrier selection. ShipGenius makes it easy to optimize every shipment with real-time rate comparisons across supported carriers.

Here’s how to ship smarter and save more:

🔍 Rate Shopping with ShipGenius

Use our rate query or rate_and_ship mutation to compare multiple carrier services at once. This lets you:

• 🏷️ Identify the most cost-effective option for any destination

• 🚚 Balance delivery speed with budget, depending on urgency

• 💡 Avoid unnecessary surcharges by selecting services that match your shipment profile

• ⚖️ Compare negotiated vs platform rates (if applicable) to see where you save most

📦 Other Optimization Tips

• Measure accurately: Dimensional weight often matters more than physical weight

• Validate addresses: Prevents delivery errors, surcharges, and Return-to-Sender fees

• Ship in fewer boxes: Cartonization or consolidation can significantly lower per-shipment cost

• Leverage residential/commercial flags: These affect rate calculations and delivery windows