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Dimensional Weight: Don’t Let it Weigh You Down!

In 2015, a new era in shipment pricing will go into effect when major carriers implement dimensional ("dim") weight pricing for all ground packages regardless of their size. This complimentary white paper, "Dimensional Weight: Don't Let it Weigh You Down", can help you optimize your packaging operation to minimize the financial impacts of dimensional weight pricing.


In 2015, a new era in shipment pricing will go into effect when major carriers implement dimensional (“dim”) weight pricing for all ground packages regardless of their size.

It’s estimated that these pricing changes could cost shippers an additional $550 million. Focusing on right-size packaging and efficient materials can help combat this increase.

This complimentary white paper, “Dimensional Weight: Don’t Let it Weigh You Down”, can help you optimize your packaging operation to minimize the financial impacts of dimensional weight pricing.

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