Simplify your E-commerce business shipping with instant freight quotes
August 27, 2024
In today’s 24/7 world of ecommerce, customers expect online shopping to be easy. This is true for goods of all sizes, from coffee mugs to large equipment. When a customer is ready to purchase, you don’t want anything to slow them down. But for businesses with freight too large to go through the small parcel system, providing accurate shipping quotes can do just that.
An E-commerce solution for LTL and Truckload shipping
When your goods ship by full truckload or LTL (less than truckload) freight, getting customers a quote for shipping fees is often a highly manual process. If they have to call you for a shipping quote, its time consuming for you to follow up and they miss out on the 24/7 service e-commerce usually provides. The extra hassle and delay can mean a missed sale. It’s possible to provide shipping quotes instantly, but this requires connecting your shopping cart to an API—which can be a complicated process for many small businesses.
Luckily, there’s a solution! Meet the Eniture app, a technology plugin that makes it simple to connect to Freightquote for the best freight rates from hundreds of vetted carriers. The Eniture Technology plugin, through its integration with Freightquote by C.H. Robinson, allows your e-commerce customers to get quick freight shipping rates at checkout. This can help you save both time and money—which we all know are some of the most valuable commodities for small businesses! It also gives customers the seamless service they expect when shopping online. It’s practically a no-brainer!
What is the Eniture Technology Plugin?
The Eniture Technology plugin is the easiest way to connect your e-commerce shopping cart with the Freightquote by C.H. Robinson API. It works with your e-commerce platform to get your negotiated LTL and Truckload rates, takes action on them according to the app settings you specify, and displays the results as shipping options during the checkout process. It all happens seamlessly behind the scenes, so all your customers see are great shipping rates presented instantly.
The Eniture Technology plugin works with all the major e-commerce platforms, including WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Shopify, and more. So, you can easily integrate it into your existing shopping cart experience.
What are the benefits of using the Eniture Technology Plugin?
Real-time shipping quotes
Providing customers with accurate, real-time shipping quotes keeps the checkout process as seamless as possible, making it easier for them to purchase your products. And what business doesn’t want that?! Imagine a customer in New York wanting to purchase a set of tires that ships from California. With the Eniture plugin, they can instantly see the shipping cost to get the tires across the country, from the warehouse to their door.
Enhanced customer experience
A seamless checkout process with accurate shipping costs helps keep your customers happy. Nothing leaves a negative impression like added accessorials or additional charges they didn’t anticipate. Transparent shipping costs make their decision to buy easier and helps to ensure there are no unpleasant surprises later. It also reduces the cart abandonment that can happen when clear shipping information is not available at checkout.
Operational efficiency
Not only does the Eniture Technology plugin make it easier for the customer, it also helps streamline the process for e-commerce businesses like yours. Freight costs are calculated instantly on your behalf, reducing hassle and workload. No more responding to requests for quotes, or potential errors in calculating shipping costs manually. The work is done for you, helping you save time and money.
How to integrate the Eniture Technology Plugin
It’s simple to connect to the Freightquote by C.H. Robinson API using the Eniture Technology app. You can install and configure the plugin on your e-commerce platform with just a few steps, then you’ll be off and running.
1. Create an account
Sign up for a Freightquote by C.H. Robinson customer account so you’ll have access to our guaranteed lowest rates for your truckload and LTL shipping.
2. Obtain your token
Fill out the form to request access to the Freightquote by C.H. Robinson API.
3. Install the Eniture Technology app
Once you download and install the application for your preferred e-commerce solution, you’ll enter the API enabled customer account number when prompted.
4. Complete the process
Customize the app so it will display shipping quotes from the vetted carriers you choose on your e-commerce site.
Customization Options
The Eniture Technology plugin allows you to customize your settings, tailoring the experience to your business’ specific needs. You can choose which freight services to offer, which carriers you’d like to display quotes from, how many options you offer for each order, and more. These options allow you to customize the experience for your unique products and the locations they will ship from, crafting the best experience for your customers.
Make shipping easy for your customers with Eniture and Freightquote
By simplifying your e-commerce shipping process with the Eniture Technology plugin, you’re not just enhancing your operational efficiency—you’re also delivering the seamless, transparent experience that today’s customers expect. In a world where time is money, and convenience is king, this integration could be the key to staying competitive and keeping your customers happy. So, why wait? Connect to the Freightquote by C.H. Robinson API using the Eniture Technology app to streamline your shipping, save valuable resources, and make your e-commerce business run smoother than ever with instant LTL and truckload freight quotes. Your customers will thank you!
Save when you ship with Freightquote
Whether it’s with helpful resources like the Eniture plugin, or with a wide variety of content created for small business shippers, Freightquote helps you get ship done. If you have questions about small business freight shipping, our experts are on standby via chat to help out.
If you're looking to refresh your knowledge on LTL shipping, we've got you covered. Explore our videos and blogs for insights on LTL and other useful topics to keep your freight moving smoothly. When it's time to ship, Freightquote is here to provide you with accurate quotes, streamlined shipments, and real-time updates on your freight.