How do I obtain shipping rates from different carriers before choosing my mode of shipment?

Yes. If you use a shipment provider, you can compare rates from all integrated carriers.

To get shipping rates from multiple carriers:

Log in to your Zoho ERP organisation.
Go to the module for which you want to create shipment for from the left sidebar.
Select the order you want to ship.
On the order details page, click the Ship dropdown and select Ship via Carrier.

The shipment page will open.

Verify the From address (organisation address) and To address (customer shipping address).
You can change the address if required.

Note: Only US addresses can be verified.

Enter the Shipment Order # and Shipment Date.
Choose a Standard Parcel or add a Custom Package.
If using a custom package, enter the package dimensions.
Enter the weight of the product.
Select additional options such as:
- Saturday delivery
- Signature option
- Cash on Delivery (if applicable)
Click Get Rates to fetch current shipping rates.
Review the rates displayed.
Click Recalculate Charges if changes are made.
Click Save to create the shipment.