Track Multiple Parcels, Plan Consolidation, and Reduce Shipping Costs Efficiently
The Challenge of Multi-Order Shipping
For e-commerce sellers, dropshippers, and global shoppers, managing multiple incoming parcels from different suppliers is a common headache. Each item often ships separately, leading to exorbitant international shipping fees, complex tracking, and wasted time. The solution? Proactive logistics consolidation. FishGoo provides a powerful yet simple methodology using a shared spreadsheet to take control of this process.
Introducing the FishGoo Spreadsheet System
The FishGoo Spreadsheet is a centralized tracking template designed to visualize and manage all your incoming parcels from the moment they are dispatched. It transforms chaotic tracking data into an actionable consolidation plan.
Core Spreadsheet Columns:
| Column | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Order ID / Item | Description of the purchased product. |
| Supplier / Store | Origin of the shipment. |
| Tracking Number | Live link to the carrier's tracking page. |
| Dispatch Date | When the item left the supplier. | Est. Warehouse Arrival | Calculated date of arrival at your chosen consolidation warehouse. |
| Status (At Warehouse) | e.g., "In Transit," "Received," "Weighed." |
| Weight & Dimensions | Crucial for final cost calculation. |
| Consolidation Group | Color-code or tag parcels arriving in the same timeframe. |
How to Manage Logistics in 4 Steps
Step 1: Centralize Tracking Data
Upon order confirmation, immediately log each item into your FishGoo spreadsheet. Input the tracking number and supplier details. This creates a single source of truth for all ongoing shipments.
Step 2: Forecast & Visualize Arrival Windows
Using the dispatch date and standard transit times, estimate when each parcel will arrive at your consolidation warehouse. The spreadsheet's timeline view allows you to see clusters
Step 3: Plan Strategic Consolidation
Group parcels with overlapping arrival estimates. Instead of shipping six separate boxes internationally, you can instruct your warehouse to repack them into 1 or 2 boxes. The spreadsheet's "Consolidation Group" column helps you assign and manage these batches.
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Step 4: Execute & Ship Cost-Effectively
Once a consolidation group is fully received at the warehouse, use the accumulated weight and dimension data in your spreadsheet to compare final shipping quotes. Submit repacking instructions to your warehouse, then ship your consolidated package, often saving 40-60% compared to individual shipments.
Key Benefits of the FishGoo Method
- Significant Cost Reduction:
- Enhanced Visibility:
- Informed Decision-Making:
- Reduced Risk:
- Collaboration-Friendly:
- Enhanced Visibility: