When is the new Auctane FedEx contract being added to Shipstation?

[ShipItUp]

Hello, 

When will the new FedEx - Auctane shipping contract be offered on Shipstation? I've heard it is supposed to be this month. Glad to see that this contract happened.

https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241009891856/en/Auctane-Introduces-FedEx-Platform-Account-P...

Thanks!

[CaraAdmin]

Hello @ShipItUp!

Thank you for posting in the community! I’m thrilled to share some exciting news—this is now available! 🎉 I’ve attached the Help Center article so you can get started immediately.

Please feel free to reach out to support@shipstation if you have any questions!

Happy Shipping!

-Cara

[ShipItUp]

Thanks Cara! I'm not sure if you are even allowed to comment regarding this, but do you know where the strengths of this contract are?

I've done very little research so far, but on the ground side, especially for lightweight, the rates seemed very non-competitive with Auctane's UPS rates. For instance, a 3lb package going to zone 8 - UPS Ground Saver is approximately half the cost of the FedEx Ground Economy service. 

Is the FedEx contract more geared for expedited services? Or heavier ground, etc.?

Thanks!

[CaraAdmin]

Hello @ShipItUp!

I can't comment on individual rates, as these are all set by our carrier partners. I will say that these prices will likely vary over time as all the major carriers are moving towards dynamic pricing. 

Please see https://www.shipstation.com/blog/dynamic-pricing/ for more information on how you can take advantage of the best rates that the carriers offer.

Happy Shipping!

-Cara