E-commerce · Logistics
Parcel contract and surcharge economics
Published · Reviewed by The Diligence Standard Team · Updated
Carrier cost depends on the shipment profile, negotiated terms and accessorial rules, not only the published base rate.
Records to reconcile
- Executed carrier agreements and amendments
- Invoice-level shipment and surcharge data
- Zone, service, weight and dimension profile
Warning signal
Historical shipping cost relies on discounts, waivers or account terms that may not continue.
Transaction impact
Contribution margin can fall immediately after closing.
Response
Model buyer-specific terms and make material continuity a closing or pricing issue.