How One Box Size Created a $17.8M Annual Cost Control Opportunity
Freight Audit, Recovery, and BI
The scale and speed of the toy manufacturer’s parcel network created conditions where small data inconsistencies could drive large financial impact. What appeared to be normal Ground Saver shipping behavior was actually masking a recurring cost pattern tied to a single high-volume box size. As a result:
Intelligent Audit analyzed shipment data and dimensional corrections to isolate the root cause: a high-volume box size transmitting incorrect dimensions. IA then recommended a simple operational fix to realign rating, service selection, and contract pricing.
Through dimensional analysis and contract alignment insights, the manufacturer gained clear visibility into a hidden cost driver and a straightforward path to eliminate it.
By combining dimensional analysis, shipment rating data, and contract insight, Intelligent Audit helped this toy manufacturer uncover a cost driver hidden in everyday shipping activity. With a simple operational adjustment, the company can eliminate recurring audit fees, align shipments with contracted pricing, and protect nearly $18M in annual margin.
