Luma Select automates rate shopping by using AI-driven tools to select the best rates based on user-defined logic. It simplifies logistics management through a user-friendly interface, eliminating the need for complex coding.
Accessing Luma Select
- Log in to the EasyPost Dashboard.
- Select Shipping Settings from the left menu options.
- Navigate to the Purchasing Automation tab.
Creating Rate Shopping Rules
- Access the Luma Select Rule Creator.
- Enter criteria in the AI-powered prompt, which generates preconfigured rules for further customization.
- Edit rules using the point-and-click interface as needed.
- Save the rules for implementation or simulation.
Luma Select Rule Editor
The Luma Select Rule Editor enables shippers to create and customize rules that determine which shipping label to purchase for a package. These rules offer flexibility and precision to optimize delivery performance, control costs, and ensure operational efficiency.
Delivery Settings
Use this dropdown to specify the required delivery date for the package. This rule ensures that the shipping label selected aligns with the desired delivery timeframe.
- If a rule includes Required Delivery Date, a delivery date must be provided during the shipment process.
- This date typically matches the one promised to the customer at order creation.
- Preconfigured rules can streamline the process for service levels or delivery ranges (e.g., 2-Day Shipping).
Delivery Confidence
Evaluates predicted delivery times against historical carrier data to ensure reliability.
- Standard Confidence is ideal for most shipments, balancing cost and reliability.
- For time-sensitive or high-risk shipments, increase the confidence level to prioritize on-time delivery.
- Higher confidence levels may result in increased costs, depending on carrier performance and service requirements.
- For those familiar with the EasyPost SmartRate AI confidence intervals, the following confidence levels are used in these configurations:
- Standard: 75%
- High: 90%
- Very High: 95%
Carriers Used
Select which carriers are eligible to fulfill the shipment.
- This dropdown populates with the carriers configured in the EasyPost account.
- If a new carrier account is added to the EasyPost account, it will automatically appear in this dropdown.
Cost Threshold
Set an optional maximum budget for the shipment.
Contingency Plan
Define what happens if none of the gathered rates meet the above rules.
- The contingency plan ensures a label is provided by defaulting to a specific carrier service option.
- If no rates meet the set requirements, the system will use the predefined carrier service (e.g., USPS Ground Advantage) instead of returning an error.
FAQs
Q: How do I customize a rule?
A: Modify rule parameters using the intuitive interface provided.