Carrier workflows
UPS Integration for LollipopWMS
Manage contracts, rate shopping, and tracking without leaving the packing bench.
Capabilities
- Pull negotiated rates and show cheapest service that meets the promise.
- Print ZPL or PDF labels with service codes, reference lines, and package notes.
- Sync tracking numbers back to orders and notify customers automatically.
Pair the integration with pack and ship workflows to keep stations standard.
Credentials
Store UPS access keys, account numbers, and shipper addresses with field-level encryption. Rotate credentials without downtime by staging sandbox profiles first.
Label types & pickups
Generate 4x6 and 4x8 labels for thermal printers. ZPL output works with industrial devices including Zebra GK420d; see the printing guide for setup tips.
Create daily manifests, schedule pickups, or post to existing pickups with one click once loads close.
Troubleshooting
- Use carrier logs to review API codes, service levels, and billable weight.
- Flag dimensional adjustments by comparing expected and invoiced charges.
- Switch to fallback PDF labels if a printer drops from the network mid-shift.
FAQs
Can we support multiple UPS accounts?
Yes. Map each account to a warehouse profile and route orders by brand, client, or service level.
Does rate shopping include negotiated tiers?
Yes. The integration pulls your contracted rates first and layers in UPS Daily and Standard services as fallbacks.
What label sizes are supported?
Thermal 4x6 and 4x8 labels print in ZPL or PDF. Add custom doc tabs when you need packing slips or hazmat notes.
Ship smarter with UPS inside LollipopWMS
Give every pack station fast rates, clean labels, and clear pickup queues.