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Cut shipping costs without cutting service
Make deliveries easier to track
Simplify fulfillment operations
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Order consolidation features built for real-world fulfillment
Combine multiple orders into one shipment
Extend consolidation to LTL freight
Define flexible consolidation rules
Save money, stay sustainable
Keep orders moving together across locations
Centralize orders before consolidation begins
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Order Consolidation FAQs
What is an order consolidation API?
An order consolidation API identifies multiple orders going to the same customer or address and combines them into a single shipment. Instead of processing each order separately, your system creates one bundled delivery—reducing cost and simplifying fulfillment.
How does consolidation reduce shipping costs?
By reducing the number of labels, cartons, and pickups per customer. Fewer packages typically mean fewer surcharges, lower dimensional weight exposure, and reduced overall carrier spend.
Does order consolidation impact delivery speed?
Not when configured correctly. ShipStation applies your timing and service rules before consolidating. Orders are only grouped when they can ship together without missing delivery commitments or cutoff times.
How does consolidation affect inventory accuracy?
The API evaluates inventory availability before merging orders. If items are split across locations or unavailable within your defined window, consolidation will not occur. This protects inventory integrity and prevents downstream fulfillment issues.