CS Logistics Guide
CS Logistics, Inc., founded in 1998 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has expanded from a local courier service to a complete logistics solution in the Midwest. The company offers a broad range of services, including warehousing, distribution, and specialized delivery options such as next flight out and white glove air freight.
This guide includes detailed information on utilizing CS Logistics shipping with the EasyPost API, focusing on account setup, rates, label creation, manifests, tracking, and more.
Sign up for an EasyPost account to obtain a Test and Production API key. See Authentication and Key Management for more information.
Note: Negotiated rates are only available in Production mode.
Upon sign-up with EasyPost, users gain immediate access to Default Carrier Accounts, which can be enabled directly from the Dashboard. For additional carriers, EasyPost supports a Bring Your Own Account (BYOA) option. This requires users to register directly with the respective carrier.
- Contact CS Logistics to request a shipper account. A representative will be in touch for additional details regarding the account.
- Inform CS Logistics about using EasyPost's API for label purchases.
- Acquire rates and align any additional shipping needs.
- Obtain CS Logistics account credentials:
- Username
- Password
- Input carrier-specific credentials within the EasyPost Carrier Account Dashboard for comprehensive rate access.
The API structure specified by EasyPost can also be used to add the CS Logistics carrier shipper account.
Download an EasyPost Client Library or utilize the REST API with cURL.
Examine the EasyPost Objects section to understand the API's structure, which is critical for constructing requests and interpreting responses.
CS Logistics is a Live Rating integration, enabling real-time rate retrieval for shipments created via EasyPost. Rates are guaranteed valid for a minimum of 5 minutes.
- When creating a shipment, EasyPost requests CS Logistics for shipment rates specific to the user's CS Logistics account.
- The rates provided are directly from CS Logistics and tailored to the user's specific account details.
- In cases of discrepancies or incorrect rates, users are advised to contact their CS Logistics account representative.
- The representative can then update the rates in CS Logistics's database to ensure user account accuracy.
Billing is directly handled by CS Logistics after parcel delivery. EasyPost does not participate in the billing process for CS Logistics services. Contact a CS Logistics representative for details.
CS Logistics offers a distribution service level.
There are no predefined packages for CS Logistics.
With EasyPost, the process for generating shipping labels for CS Logistics is the same as generating them for any other carrier.
Review the Getting Started Guide for help generating a shipping label.
1-call buys enable streamlined label purchasing through the EasyPost API by consolidating multiple operations into a single API request. This feature is designed to simplify and accelerate the shipping process by combining the creation of a shipment, retrieval of rates, and purchasing the shipping label into one efficient step.
See Reducing API Response Times for more information.
Manifesting is required for CS Logistics.
Voiding CS Logistics labels through EasyPost is supported.
Note: The shipment.tracking_code is required as it identifies the order within the carrier's system.
EasyPost offers native CS Logistics labels in PNG, PDF, and ZPL formats.
CS Logistics's policy on hazardous materials is not explicitly detailed. Shippers are advised to contact CS Logistics directly for specific guidelines and compliance requirements.
CS Logistics accommodates pickups based on individual agreements with customers. While regular pickups can be arranged directly with CS Logistics during the account registration process, they cannot be scheduled via the EasyPost API.
EasyPost simplifies package tracking by offering two methods:
- Tracking with an existing number and carrier.
- Using a Tracker included with an EasyPost-purchased shipping label.
The service integrates webhooks for timely shipment updates. For detailed information on tracking methods, visit the Tracking Guide.
The Carrier Metadata endpoint can programmatically return information about CS Logistics service levels, predefined packages, supported features, and shipment options.
Use this information to quickly integrate with CS Logistics and make educated decisions about the mix of carriers for shipping needs. Additionally, the Carrier Metadata endpoint is available to retrieve comprehensive information about all carriers on the EasyPost platform, enhancing decision-making for carrier services.
In addition to the guidance provided in our Carrier Guides, EasyPost offers support to assist with FAQs, troubleshooting issues, and inquiries related to the EasyPost platform.
Please visit the Help Center for more information.
For questions about getting started with CS Logistics through the EasyPost API please talk to a Shipping Expert or contact our Support team.