ACBUY Shipping: How to Compare Historical Delivery Times by Region
When it comes to international shipping, delivery times can make or break customer satisfaction. At ACBUY Shipping, we believe in using data-driven approaches to help you select the most reliable and efficient shipping routes. By analyzing historical delivery data through spreadsheets, you can identify patterns, avoid delays, and optimize your shipping strategy.
Step 1: Gather Historical Shipping Data
Start by compiling your historical shipping data into a spreadsheet. Essential columns should include:
- Shipment Date
- Origin Country/Region
- Destination Country/Region
- Carrier/Shipping Method
- Estimated Delivery Date
- Actual Delivery Date
- Delivery Status (e.g., Delivered, Delayed)
If you use ACBUY Shipping’s platform, you can export this data directly from your account dashboard.
Step 2: Calculate Delivery Time and Delays
Add two calculated columns to your spreadsheet:
- Actual Transit Time (days):
- Delay (days):
These metrics will help you measure both the speed and reliability of each shipping route.
Step 3: Compare Performance by Region
Use pivot tables or filters to group data by destination regionshipping method. Calculate the following for each group:
- Average Transit Time:
- On-Time Delivery Rate:
- Average Delay:
This breakdown will reveal which regions and carriers offer the fastest and most consistent delivery.
Step 4: Visualize the Data
Create charts to make trends easier to understand:
- Bar Charts:
- Line Graphs:
- Heat Maps:
Visualizations can highlight the best-performing routes and those needing improvement.
Step 5: Identify the Best Routes
Based on your analysis, prioritize shipping routes that offer:
- Shortest average transit times.
- Highest on-time delivery rates.
- Minimal delay variability.
For example, if shipments to Western Europe via Carrier A arrive in 7 days on average with a 95% on-time rate, while Carrier B takes 10 days with an 80% rate, Carrier A is clearly the better choice for that region.
Conclusion
Comparing historical delivery times by region using spreadsheet data empowers you to make informed decisions, reduce shipping costs, and enhance customer trust. At ACBUY Shipping, we provide the tools and data you need to optimize your logistics. Start analyzing your shipping performance today—your customers will thank you.
Need help exporting or analyzing your ACBUY Shipping data? Contact our support team for assistance.