Hey there! We’re super excited to share that 2Ship now integrates with Xero, the awesome cloud-based accounting software that’s a favorite for small and medium-sized businesses. This integration is all about making your shipping and accounting work together like a dream, saving you time and money. Let’s dive into how it works and why you’ll love it!
What’s Xero All About?
Xero is a super user-friendly accounting tool that helps businesses keep their finances in check. It handles stuff like invoicing, payroll, inventory tracking, and bank reconciliation, giving you real-time insights into your cash flow. Plus, with over 1,000 third-party apps in its marketplace, you can connect Xero to tools like e-commerce platforms, CRMs, and now—yep—2Ship for inventory management, pick, pack and of course… shipping!
Orders Flow Smoothly from Xero to 2Ship
With our 2Ship-Xero connection, your orders slide right into 2Ship’s order queue from Xero —no manual work needed. Here’s the scoop:
- Auto Order Sync: When you create an order or invoice in Xero, it pops up in 2Ship instantly. Your shipping team can jump right in without flipping between apps.
- Easy Order Processing: In 2Ship, your team checks package details (like weight, dimensions, and destination) and picks the best carrier and service for every order. Our smart rate-shopping engine compares rates, calculates on-time performance and filters by delivery times, all in real-time. Pick by price, delivery performance or a combination of both.
- Quick Shipping: Once you pick a service, 2Ship whips up shipping labels and any other required documents for each order. Use auto-print to make it even faster and keep things effortlessly moving.
Shipment Details Sent Back to Xero
After shipping, 2Ship sends all the key info back to Xero, keeping your accounting and shipping teams on the same page. You’ll get:
- Tracking Number: Each shipment’s tracking number syncs to Xero notes, so you can check its status on 2Ship’s tracking page or the carrier’s site.
- Tracking Link: A link which you can paste to a browser and view the latest tracking status of the shipment in the 2ship tracking page.
- Shipping Costs: As an option, you can record shipping costs in Xero’s outgoing invoice if you want to pass those costs to your clients.
This back-and-forth sync keeps everything tidy and in one place.
Level Up with 2Ship’s Inventory and Order Management
Want to take things up a notch? Our optional Inventory and Order Management module works with Xero to give you total control over inventory, orders, and shipping—all in one cloud-based system. Here’s how it rocks:
- Order Flow and Picking: Orders from Xero land in 2Ship’s order queue. Print pick tickets and packing slips and go manually fulfill OR get with the times and use our mobile app with a Bluetooth scanner or smartphone. Your warehouse crew can pick items from shelves with pinpoint accuracy, eliminating all those unwanted mis-picks.
- Smart Packing: Packers scan items into boxes, and if we’ve got your product and box sizes, our clever packing algorithm suggests the best way to pack, using fewer and smaller cartons to save on shipping and be kinder to the planet.
- Automated Shipping: Carton details auto-fill in 2Ship’s shipping screen. Your team can rate-shop, pick the best carrier, and print labels without typing a thing.
- Real-Time Inventory: Our Inventory module tracks stock levels as orders are fulfilled and syncs updates to e-commerce platforms like Shopify, so your online store always shows accurate stock. No more overselling!
- All-in-One Solution: Pair Xero’s financial tools with 2Ship’s inventory and order management for a complete, budget-friendly system that handles everything from orders to shipping.
This setup lets small and medium businesses run like the big players, with smooth workflows and real-time insights.
Why You’ll Love 2Ship with Xero
Here’s why this integration is a game-changer:
- Saves Time: No more manual data entry. Orders, inventory, and shipment data sync automatically, freeing you up for the fun stuff.
- Saves Money: Our rate-shopping and packing smarts help you pick the cheapest carriers and use less packaging, potentially saving you heaps.
- Happy Customers: Use 2Ship’s branded emails and SMS templates to send keep your customers up to date and provide real time tracking info. Accurate picking and packing mean they get the right stuff on time.
- Grows with You: Both 2Ship and Xero are cloud-based and ready to scale, whether you’re a small shop or a growing business.
- One Source of Truth: Syncing shipping, inventory, and accounting data means everyone’s working with the same info, making teamwork a breeze.
- Smarter Decisions: Combine Xero’s financial reports with 2Ship’s shipping and inventory data for a clear picture of your business, helping you make better calls.
Why 2Ship and Xero Are a Perfect Match
This integration is proof that modern tech can make your business life easier. By linking 2Ship’s top-notch shipping and inventory tools with Xero’s accounting power, you can streamline your work, cut costs, and keep your customers smiling. Whether you’re running a small online store or a bigger operation, this combo helps you ship smarter and grow with confidence.
Ready to give it a whirl? Reach out to our team to set up the 2Ship-Xero integration or check out the Inventory and Order Management module. Pop over to www.2Ship.com for more info and start shipping like a pro!