The Hidden Costs of Outdated Cartonization

Cartonization has become a buzzword in the parcel shippingworld, but not all cartonization solutions are created equal. “Cubing” has come a longway over the last five years and there are varying levels of sophistication. It’s possible that your current solution is creating hidden inefficiencies that are eroding your margins.

Many shippers still rely on a cartonization feature embedded in their Warehouse Management System (WMS) or a heavily modified rules-based process designed for less complex orders from the past. While these solutions may have been sufficient in simpler times, they often fall short of meeting the demands of today’s logistics landscape.

Traditional cartonization methods focus on basic calculations, such as fitting items into the smallest box possible to maximize volume utilization. Although ‘good enough’ in the past, customer orders and fulfillment costs have evolved and can be much more complex.

This white paper will examine why legacy cartonization methods are insufficient and explore new strategies designed to save money, improve efficiency, and support sustainability goals.