Electronic Shipping

What is electronic shipping, and what does it mean in the context of IT procurement?

Electronic shipping refers to the use of digital tools or platforms to manage, track, and coordinate the delivery of goods. It replaces manual paperwork with automated systems, which helps teams stay organized and up to date.

With electronic shipping, you cut through the chaos, simplify your supply chain, and keep your IT assets on track (without feeling like you’re solving a Rubik’s Cube blindfolded)!

Common types of electronic shipping tools

• Carrier APIs: Used to connect directly with shipping services like FedEx, UPS, or DHL
• Shipping management platforms: Tools that centralize shipping processes
• Integrated ERP or ITAM systems: Built-in shipping functions within asset or inventory management software

Real-world use case

A company managing IT equipment across several offices might use electronic shipping to send devices to employees, track their delivery status, and store shipment records. And they do all of these from one platform.