CargoWise ERP Glossary - Key Terms & FAQs

Our CargoWise ERP Glossary Terms provide clear, concise definitions of key terms used in CargoWise, helping users navigate the system with confidence. Along with these definitions, we've included in-depth FAQs to clarify complex concepts, ensuring you get the most out of your CargoWise solutions.

Holiday Shipping Surcharges

Last updated: July 11, 2025
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Holiday shipping surcharges are surcharges charged by carriers and logistics companies during high seasonal times such as Christmas, Black Friday, and important local holidays. These charges reflect the increased operating costs associated with handling surges in shipping volumes, labor shortages, and limited capacity. These seasonal surcharges can have a considerable impact on freight costs for firms, particularly when sending large volumes or time-sensitive goods around the holidays.

CargoWise allows you to create holiday shipping surcharges automatically depending on shipping dates, carrier-specific surcharge regulations, and geographies. This technology ensures invoicing accuracy and allows logistics companies to remain profitable during moments of high demand. By incorporating these principles within CargoWise, businesses decrease the need for manual charge changes and avoid revenue leakage. It also enables teams to plan ahead of time by offering visibility into forthcoming surcharge windows, resulting in improved cost forecasting and client communication during seasonal logistics peaks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do carriers apply holiday surcharges?

Carriers use these surcharges to cover additional costs incurred as a result of increased shipment volumes, higher labor demand, and more compact delivery schedules during the holidays. It aids in the maintenance of service levels when operations are under strain.

Can these levies be foreseen in advance?

Yes, most airlines make their holiday charges available in advance. Users can enter this information into CargoWise, which helps them plan ahead of time and alert clients of any additional expenses.

How does CargoWise manage seasonal surcharges automatically?

CargoWise allows users to set time-based surcharges. When a shipment occurs during a specific holiday period, the premium is immediately applied, guaranteeing billing consistency.

Do holiday surcharges differ by carrier or region?

Absolutely. Surcharge prices vary by carrier, region, service type, and cargo size. CargoWise allows you to adjust for these variables through customization.

How do surcharges influence logistical budgeting?

These costs can have a big influence on freight expenditures during high seasons. Businesses may optimize shipping schedules and communicate cost changes to clients in a transparent manner by using CargoWise's surcharge visibility.