NetSuite UPS Integration is a direct connection between your NetSuite ERP system and UPS shipping services. This connection seamlessly brings UPS’s rate lookup, label generation, shipment tracking, and return handling into your NetSuite workflows. With this integration, you eliminate the need for dual data entry, accessing separate portals for shipping details, or handling tracking manually.
Whether you’re shipping bulk orders to B2B clients or sending daily DTC (Direct to Consumer) packages, this integration enables your business to handle shipping and fulfillment from within NetSuite. It’s the ideal solution to optimize logistics, reduce errors, and speed up delivery times across all your channels.
The NetSuite UPS Integration offers a suite of features that streamline your shipping process, reduce errors, and save time. These features drive efficiency, allowing your business to scale while cutting costs.
Feature | What It Does | How It Benefits You |
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Real-Time UPS Rate Lookup | Fetches live shipping rates based on order details like weight, dimensions, and destination. | Instantly shows all available shipping options, ensuring the most cost-effective or fastest method is selected every time. |
Automatic Label Generation | Creates UPS shipping labels directly from NetSuite Sales Orders and Item Fulfillment. | Speeds up the fulfillment process, eliminating manual label creation and reducing the chances of shipping errors. |
Tracking Number Sync | Syncs UPS tracking numbers to NetSuite and customer records automatically. | Provides immediate access to tracking info, reducing customer service requests and improving customer satisfaction. |
Automated Return Labels | Generates UPS return labels as part of the NetSuite RMA workflow. | Simplifies the returns process, reducing time spent on returns management and improving customer experience. |
Multi-Warehouse Shipping Support | Connects multiple warehouse locations to UPS for optimized shipping routes and methods. | Reduces shipping costs by selecting the nearest warehouse for faster delivery and improved route optimization. |
International Shipping Support | Auto-generates international shipping documents, including commercial invoices and customs paperwork. | Speeds up global shipping processes and reduces the risk of customs delays, ensuring smoother international transactions. |
Shipping Notifications & Alerts | Sends proactive delivery updates and tracking information to customers. | Improves communication with customers, ensuring they are well-informed and reducing post-shipment inquiries. |
Shipping History & Reporting | Tracks historical shipping data, including cost analysis and performance. | Provides insights into shipping trends, helping businesses optimize future shipping strategies, manage costs, and improve performance. |
Custom Shipping Rules | Configures automatic shipping decisions based on pre-set rules (e.g., weight, destination, or order value). | Streamlines shipping decisions by applying business rules automatically, saving time and reducing errors. |
These features work together to significantly improve your fulfillment speed, accuracy, and customer satisfaction. With integrated shipping, your business can scale while reducing manual errors, optimizing shipping costs, and improving overall efficiency.
Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how the NetSuite UPS Integration works, explained clearly with a table for each stage of the shipping process:
Step | Action | System/Process Involved |
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1. Sales Order Creation | A sales order is created in NetSuite | NetSuite ERP |
2. Item Fulfillment Record Generated | User generates an Item Fulfillment record for the order | NetSuite ERP |
3. Live Rate Lookup | UPS shipping rates are pulled in real-time based on item weight, dimensions, and destination | UPS API + NetSuite |
4. Shipping Method Selection | The user selects a UPS shipping method (e.g., Ground, 2-Day, or Overnight) | NetSuite ERP |
5. Shipping Label Generation | A UPS label is generated directly from NetSuite for the selected shipping method | UPS API + NetSuite |
6. Tracking Number Sync | Tracking number is auto-synced to NetSuite and sent to the customer via email | UPS API + NetSuite |
7. Pickup Scheduling (Optional) | If configured, UPS will schedule a pickup from the warehouse location | UPS API + NetSuite |
8. Shipment Tracking and Delivery Updates | Real-time tracking information is displayed within NetSuite and sent to the customer | UPS API + NetSuite |
This integration workflow eliminates the need for external UPS portals, reducing time spent toggling between systems and increasing operational efficiency.
Integration Method | Description |
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Custom Integrations | Fully bespoke solutions tailored to your specific workflows and requirements, ensuring maximum flexibility and control. |
Prebuilt Connectors | Ready-to-use connectors designed for quick deployment and minimal setup, offering efficient integration at reduced costs. |
iPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service) | We help you leverage robust platforms like Celigo iPaaS for NetSuite integration to manage complex integrations with scalability and reliability |
Direct API Integrations | We utilize NetSuite’s REST API and SuiteScript to customize solutions that ensure flawless data synchronization and efficient workflow automation. |
Middleware Solutions | Deploy middleware to bridge gaps between systems, ensuring data flow consistency and reducing integration complexities. |
We offer more than just NetSuite implementation — we provide specialized shipping integration solutions that are custom-built for your needs.
We’re not just implementers; we’re your long-term shipping automation partner.