E-commerce · Logistics
Dimensional-weight and packaging exposure
Published · Reviewed by The Diligence Standard Team · Updated
Low-weight products can carry high transportation cost when package dimensions, divisor rules and minimum charges determine billable weight.
Records to reconcile
- Package dimensions by SKU and order
- Carrier billed weight and adjustment history
- Packaging material and carton catalog
Warning signal
Quoted or modeled weight differs from carrier-billed weight or frequent audit adjustments occur.
Transaction impact
Shipping expense and product-level margin may be understated.
Response
Rebuild billed weight by order profile and validate packaging changes before counting savings.