Shipping Savings Estimator
How This Calculator Works
The estimator analyzes your shipping profile across seven key optimization factors. Each factor represents a specific way Canadian e-commerce businesses typically overspend on shipping costs.
Your results show the combined impact of implementing these strategies through Part n Parcel’s network of 240+ Canadian member companies.
Understanding Your Savings Tactics
Dimensional Weight Optimization
Carriers charge based on package volume, not just weight. A 10 lb box measuring 20″ x 10″ x 5″ gets billed at 8 lbs using dimensional weight calculations.
Most businesses ship without optimizing their packaging or carrier selection for dimensional weight. This single factor often accounts for 10-15% of unnecessary shipping costs.
Service Level Selection
Many businesses default to premium Express services when Ground shipping would arrive within the same timeframe. For shipments within Southern Ontario, FedEx Ground and Express often deliver on the same day.
Selecting the right service level for each destination can reduce costs by 20-30% without affecting customer delivery expectations.
Balanced Carrier Mix
Using multiple carriers strategically provides better rates across different shipping lanes. FedEx may offer the best rates to Western Canada, while Canpar excels in Ontario and Quebec.
Businesses using a single carrier miss route-specific optimization opportunities that typically save 15-25% on their total shipping spend.
Free Scheduled Pickups
Most carriers offer free scheduled pickups but many businesses pay per-pickup fees or drive packages to drop-off locations. This wastes both money and time.
Enterprise accounts include unlimited free pickups, eliminating this unnecessary expense entirely.
Hidden Surcharges
Carriers add dozens of surcharges beyond base rates. Residential delivery surcharges cost $4.65 per shipment. Remote area surcharges can exceed $120 per package.
Without monitoring and optimizing for these fees, they silently erode your margins on every shipment.
Multi-Year Carrier Agreements
Spot rates change constantly. Carriers implement 5-6% general rate increases annually, compounding your costs year over year.
Multi-year commercial agreements lock in stable pricing and protect against these automatic increases.
Pooled-Volume Rates
Enterprise rates require significant annual shipping spend that most individual businesses cannot achieve. A business shipping $50,000 annually pays substantially higher rates than enterprises spending millions.
Part n Parcel’s closed network pools volume from 240+ Canadian businesses, providing access to enterprise rates regardless of your individual volume.
Shipping Savings Estimator
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Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is this calculator?
The calculator uses conservative estimates based on data from 240+ member companies. Your actual savings depend on your current carrier relationships, shipping patterns, and package characteristics.
Most businesses see results within 5% of the calculator’s estimate after a detailed invoice analysis.
Do I need to change my e-commerce platform?
No. Part n Parcel works with ShipStation, which integrates seamlessly with your existing e-commerce platform (Shopify, WooCommerce, etc.). Your online store stays exactly as it is.
We handle the complete ShipStation setup, configuration, and training as part of our service. You’ll get a 60-day trial with dedicated support, and we’ll optimize the platform based on best practices from our 240+ member companies.
What's the minimum shipping volume required?
We work with businesses shipping $10,000+ annually (approximately 1,000 shipments). This threshold ensures our optimization services provide meaningful ROI.
How long does implementation take?
Most implementations complete within 7-14 days. This includes carrier account setup, platform configuration if needed, and team training.
What if I'm happy with my current carrier?
We often maintain existing carrier relationships while optimizing your service selection and rates. Many members continue working with their preferred carriers at better rates through our commercial agreements.
Why Canadian Businesses Choose Part n Parcel
Enterprise shipping rates typically require $1 million in annual shipping spend. Most Canadian e-commerce businesses never reach this threshold individually.
Our closed network solves this problem through collective buying power. We pool volume from 240+ member companies, providing each business access to rates they couldn’t negotiate alone.
This isn’t a platform or reseller relationship. You receive direct carrier accounts with transparent pricing. If you ever leave, your accounts stay with you.