Drive Shipment Success with VLC Smart Shipping's Real-Time Integration
Real-time tracking and smooth integration for hassle-free shipping
Your Shipments Don't Warn You.
Until It's Too Late.
Shipping delays don't usually start at dispatch—they begin earlier, in small moments that go unnoticed.
An order is created, and the address looks correct. A carrier is selected quickly to keep things moving. Everything seems fine—until later.
Sound familiar?
A shipment is returned because the address wasn't validated.
A team member checks multiple carrier portals to compare rates after the order is already processed.
An international shipment is delayed at customs because required documentation is missing.
A customer calls asking for tracking, and the update isn't immediately available.
By the time these issues surface, the shipment is already delayed, costs have increased, and the team is reacting instead of controlling the process.
There's a better way to manage shipping—and it starts with having everything in one place.
See How a Typical Shipping Day Looks
with VLC Smart Shipping
From order release to final delivery, here's the end-to-end flow your team will actually use.
Order Ready to Ship
A sales order is released in Business Central. VLC Smart Shipping automatically pulls it into the shipping workspace, with all required details already available—customer, items, weights, and address—so the team starts with accurate data, not manual entry.
Carrier Options Become Visible
Instead of opening multiple carrier portals, shipping options appear directly within the system. Rates, delivery timelines, and service types are displayed side-by-side, allowing the user to compare and choose with clarity.
Shipment is Created
Once a carrier is selected, the shipment is created instantly. Labels, packing slips, and required documents are generated automatically using the order data, eliminating duplication and reducing errors.
Shipment is Dispatched & Tracked
As soon as the shipment leaves the warehouse, tracking becomes available within the same order record. The team can monitor status without switching systems, ensuring continuous visibility.
International Shipping is Handled
For international orders, customs data and compliance details are automatically pulled from Business Central. Required documentation is generated as part of the same workflow, reducing delays and manual effort.
Errors are Prevented Before Dispatch
Before finalizing the shipment, address validation ensures accuracy. Any missing or incorrect data is flagged early, preventing failed deliveries and costly returns.
What It Means for Your Operations
Shipping doesn't just become faster. It becomes controlled, predictable, and easier to manage.
Fewer Shipping Errors
Catch issues before they impact delivery. Address validation and system-driven workflows prevent incorrect shipments and costly returns.
Faster Order-to-Ship Process
Move from order to dispatch without re-entering data or switching systems, reducing delays and improving throughput.
Better Carrier Decisions
Compare rates and service levels in real time, ensuring every shipment is processed using the most efficient option.
Reduced Manual Work
Automatically generate labels, documents, and shipment records, eliminating repetitive tasks and minimizing human error.
Improved Delivery Reliability
Track shipments in real time and respond quickly to delays, ensuring consistent and on-time delivery performance.
Simplified International Shipping
Handle customs documentation and compliance within the same workflow, reducing delays and improving shipment success rates.
Controlled Shipping Costs
Optimize carrier selection and reduce unnecessary expenses with data-driven decisions for every shipment.
End-to-End Shipping Execution
Inside One Application
Order Management
View, organize, and prepare shipments directly from Business Central without switching systems.
- Filter, search, and sort orders based on priority and shipment readiness
- Set "Ship By" dates to ensure timely dispatch
- Track shipment status directly from the originating sales order
- Maintain full visibility of order-to-shipment lifecycle
Carrier Rate Comparison
Make informed carrier decisions with real-time rate visibility.
- Compare shipping rates across multiple carriers instantly
- Evaluate delivery timelines and service levels side-by-side
- Automatically select the best carrier based on cost and speed
- Manage both small package and LTL shipments within one interface
Automated Label & Document Generation
Eliminate manual effort in shipment execution.
- Generate shipping labels, packing slips, and return labels automatically
- Print directly or send documents to configured printers
- Reduce errors caused by manual data entry
- Ensure consistency across all shipment documents
Real-Time Tracking & Notifications
Stay connected to every shipment throughout its lifecycle.
- Track shipments in real time across all carriers
- Receive notifications for dispatch, delays, and delivery updates
- Access tracking details directly within the order record
- Improve response time for customer inquiries
International Shipping Support
Handle global shipments with built-in compliance and automation.
- Generate customs documentation automatically from order data
- Simplify export compliance requirements
- Reduce delays caused by missing or incorrect documentation
- Maintain visibility across international shipments
Address Validation
Prevent delivery issues before they occur.
- Validate shipping addresses before processing shipments
- Detect incomplete or incorrect address data
- Reduce return shipments and failed deliveries
- Improve overall delivery accuracy
Why VLC Smart Shipping and Not
Just Another Shipping Tool?
There are many shipping solutions available. Here's what makes VLC Smart Shipping different.
Native Business Central Integration
Most shipping tools rely on APIs, connectors, or middleware to sync with your ERP. This often leads to delays, data mismatches, and manual corrections. VLC Smart Shipping is built directly inside Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, so orders, shipments, inventory, and tracking remain fully aligned in real time. One system. One source of truth.
Carrier Selection That's Built Into the Workflow
Traditional shipping processes require switching between carrier portals to compare rates. VLC Smart Shipping brings carrier selection directly into the workflow, allowing real-time comparison of cost, speed, and service levels inside the system.
Execution Without Manual Rework
Manual label creation, document preparation, and repeated data entry often introduce errors and delays. VLC Smart Shipping generates labels, packing slips, and shipment details automatically from the order data, ensuring consistency and reducing dependency on manual effort.
Visibility That Stays Inside the System
In most setups, shipment tracking exists outside the ERP, requiring users to switch systems for updates. VLC Smart Shipping keeps tracking connected to the order, so shipment status, delivery updates, and history are always accessible within Business Central.
Built for Daily Operations — Not Just Setup
The system is designed for the people managing shipments every day. With a clear interface, real-time updates, and minimal manual steps, users can process shipments efficiently without needing complex training, while management retains full visibility across operations.
Rapid Deployment. Seamless Scalability
VLC Smart Shipping can be implemented quickly within an existing Business Central environment. As shipment volumes grow, the same workflow continues to support higher throughput without adding complexity or additional tools.
Comparison Snapshot
| Feature | VLC Smart Shipping | Standalone Shipping Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Native ERP Integration | ✓ Built into Business Central | ✗ API / middleware required |
| Multi-Carrier Support | ✓ Unified across carriers | ⚠ Limited or fragmented |
| Rate Comparison | ✓ Real-time, in-system | ✗ Manual or external portals |
| Label & Document Generation | ✓ Fully automated | ⚠ Often manual |
| Real-Time Tracking | ✓ Embedded within order | ✗ Separate tracking systems |
| International Shipping | ✓ Built-in compliance & docs | ⚠ Varies by tool |
| Address Validation | ✓ Automated before dispatch | ✗ Often missing |
| Cost Optimization | ✓ Data-driven carrier selection | ✗ Manual decision-making |
| Workflow Integration | ✓ End-to-end inside ERP | ✗ Disconnected processes |
See VLC Smart Shipping in Action
Watch how a shipment moves from order creation to delivery tracking, in under 90 seconds.
Full Capability Overview
Order & Shipment Management
- Centralized shipment processing inside Business Central
- Order prioritization using "Ship By" dates
- Multi-shipment handling and batch processing
- Full shipment lifecycle visibility from order to delivery
Carrier & Shipping Automation
- Multi-carrier rate comparison in real time
- Automated carrier selection based on cost and delivery
- Label, packing slip, and document generation
- Support for both small package and LTL shipments
Tracking, Compliance & Accuracy
- Real-time tracking embedded within order records
- Automated international shipping documentation
- Address validation before shipment processing
- Shipment history and audit trail visibility
Complete Feature List
Everything VLC Smart Shipping offers, organized by category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. VLC Smart Shipping is a native Business Central solution. It installs directly into your existing environment without requiring middleware or external integrations.
Most customers are live within a few days. Our team handles setup and configuration to ensure a smooth rollout without disrupting operations.
Yes. VLC Smart Shipping supports multiple carriers within a single workflow, allowing you to compare rates and manage shipments efficiently.
Yes. The system generates required customs documentation automatically and helps ensure compliance for international shipments.
Rates are retrieved in real time from multiple carriers and displayed within the system, allowing you to choose the most cost-effective and reliable option.
Absolutely. Tracking is embedded within the order, so shipment status, delivery updates, and history are always accessible in one place.