Features
CartonPRO
- On-Demand Cartonization: Leverage advanced cartonization technology to optimize packaging in real-time.
- Carton Selection Analysis: Determine the best carton size for every shipment.
- Air Shipped Analysis: Monitor the percentage of air shipped along with associated costs.
- On-Demand Packaging Integration: Seamlessly integrate with packaging machines such as Packsize™ for efficient packaging solutions.
Accurate Shipping Manifest
- Dimensional Data for Rate Shopping: Provide precise dimensional data to rate shopping services like Easypost.
- Post-Audit Data: Merge manifest data with carrier invoices for thorough post-audit analysis.
- Monthly Analysis and Audit Functionality: Regularly review and audit shipping data.
- EasyPay: Streamline carrier invoice payments to ensure you pay the correct amount without hassle.
Powerful Data Tables
- Natural Language Queries: Use natural language to write queries, seamlessly translated into SQL by OpenAI, for effortless data filtering and modification..
- Scalable Storage: Efficiently store and query millions of rows of data, without worrying about performance.
- Customizable by Design: Create tailored tables and columns to perfectly fit your unique data requirements.
- Rapid Analysis: Quickly perform high-speed data analysis and generate comprehensive reports.
- Seamless Integration: Easily integrate with a wide range of common database servers.
On-Demand KPI Building
- Custom KPI Dashboards: Build queries and track KPIs with a user-friendly on-screen dashboard.
- Prebuilt Metrics: Choose from over 100 prebuilt metrics to monitor performance.
Integrations
Packchain is designed to seamlessly integrate with a variety of software and hardware solutions, enhancing your supply chain management without the need for complex IT projects.
Software Integrations: While traditional WMS integrations can be complex and time-consuming, Packchain offers a streamlined approach. We provide a Public API for easy integration with your existing systems.
Data input and Export Formants: Packchain supports data imports and exports in various formats, ensuring flexibility and compatibility with your existing data systems:
- Formats Supported: XLSX, CSV, TXT, JSON, XML
- Initial Data Required: Item Master, Order History (typically exported from WMS)
- Other Data Types: Transportation Invoices, Machine Data (from Packsize, Cubiscan, CMC, etc.)
- SQL Database Integration: Direct integration with SQL databases for seamless data management
Experience the ease of integration with Packchain, designed to enhance your operations without the headaches of traditional IT projects.
How to Use Packchain in 3 Easy Steps
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does this cost?
Every operation is different, and a one-size-fits-all strategy is never best for the customer.
A base instance of Packchain with no managed services or support starts at $1,400 monthly.
Packchain’s parent company offers a full suite of services that include Packchain free of charge with a
managed services agreement.
2. What kind of data do you need?
Packchain is more powerful the more data you supply to our system. Typically, all clients start with
three easy-to-get data requests: your product item master, your packaging item master, and order history
over the previous 12 months. This allows us to use CartonPRO to answer key questions about the operation
and determine the best opportunities.
3. How can Packchain positively impact transportation spending?
Packchain understands that up to 60% of total supply chain costs occur in transportation. With this
understanding, Packchain was built to reduce shipping inefficiencies, maximize cube utilization, and
provide perfect manifests, resulting in significant drops in transportation costs.
4. How do you integrate with our current processes?
Packchain’s key focus is on dimensional data accuracy. We integrate natively with major dimensioning
brands such as Cubiscan, Rice Lake, Vmeasure, and Cognex. From there, we build your “data sandbox,”
where data is normalized and perfected before feeding it to your operational systems. Packchain also has
hardware integrations with on-demand packaging companies like Packsize, CMC, Pregis Sharp, and more.
Custom integrations are available upon request.
5. What is the ROI?
While every project is different, customers typically experience savings of 10-20% in packaging,
12-15% in labor, and up to 25% in transportation, all while positively impacting sustainability.
Packchain tracks these savings daily with metrics like cost saved per package, cost per pound reduction,
and packaging spend tracking.
6. What is the length of service?
Packchain typically offers a one-year agreement with an evergreen option. Cancel at any time.
7. Can I use Packchain as a WMS platform?
Yes, for small to mid-tier companies, Packchain can be used as a WMS with custom development for
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8. Do I need an analyst to use Packchain?
No, Packchain is usable by everyone from advanced IT professionals to administrative assistants.
9. Are there seat requirements for your software?
No, Packchain can be used by 1 user or 1000 users. There are no requirements.
10. Is Packchain mobile-friendly?
Yes, Packchain works natively on all devices.
11. Is Packchain on-prem or in the cloud?
Packchain is cloud-based, utilizing Microsoft Azure. Please contact us for locally hosted options.
Best in Class Operations Begin and End with Accurate Data.
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