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What is meant by shipping?

Shipping refers to the process of transporting goods from the company’s warehouse to the customer. Key steps in the shipping process include:

  • Creating packing lists and shipping documents
  • Assembling and picking the goods
  • Appropriate packaging for transportation
  • Choosing the shipping method
  • Handover to carriers or logistics providers
  • Handling returns

 

Shipping is a core process in the value chain, involving multiple steps and interfaces. Internal interfaces include outbound logistics and accounting; external interfaces include freight forwarders and parcel services.

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