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7 Estimating Factors For Courier Shipping Costs<\/h2>\n

Courier services function with precision to deliver your parcels to any destination around the globe- but for a price. These shipping rates greatly impact overall business profitability.<\/p>\n

Courier companies must know where to cut shipping costs even in uncertain economic times so that operations remain unaffected. As a customer, you must understand how you are charged for the courier service.<\/p>\n

The following factors collectively determine the overall amount on your courier service bill:<\/p>\n

1. Volumetric weight<\/strong><\/p>\n

Have you ever wondered why larger parcels that are lighter in weight cost more than smaller, heavier ones?<\/p>\n

Most people tend to think that the parcel's actual weight is taken into consideration by the courier company. On the contrary, the weight is determined by the amount of space occupied by your parcel, known as volumetric or dimensional weight.<\/p>\n

However, both the actual and volumetric weight is taken into account, and the one with the greater value is used to calculate the shipment cost. This is why large parcels cost more even when they are comparatively lighter in weight.<\/p>\n

2. Parcel dimensions<\/strong><\/p>\n

Courier partners<\/strong> charge differently for A4 packages, compact parcels, large boxes, and pallets. This is one of the reasons why it is sensible to pack your things into perfectly fitting boxes that protect your products from damage during transit.<\/p>\n

If your business thrives on courier services, it is advisable to have packaging cartons of various sizes so that you can use the most appropriate one that will safely hold the product without adding excessive weight.<\/p>\n

3. Shipping distance<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you were sending one parcel to a location twenty kilometres from your office and another abroad, you wouldn't expect to be charged the same amount, would you? The shipping distance and destination are major factors because they determine the mode of transport, fuel spent etc.<\/p>\n

Other factors that go into calculating the cost of distance are:<\/p>\n