MANUALS > Packing and Shipping > Packing and Shipping Switches

Packing and Shipping Switches

The Packing and Shipping module allows for the processing of orders to be packed and shipped between locations. The module allows you to create shipping labels for all transactions and creates Dangerous Good Declarations if required.

When an order is created for items that require to be shipped out, the user is asked if the item needs Packing and Shipping, if the answer is YES, the details are passed to the Packing and Shipping module.

Packing and Shipping can take place to a vendor, customer or location depending on the Order Type. Items can be easily selected from the screen and consolidated into a shipment. Multiple containers are supported, with tracking number capability for expensive containers.

Airway bill details are recorded, along with any special requirements for handling, such as Hazardous materials. Documentation required for the shipment will be printed.
Pro-Forma invoices can be produced for customs purposes along with the normal shipping paperwork required.

Configuration switches allow administrators to modify specific features. Each module contains its own set of switches which can be found via System/Explorer/System Transaction Configuration.