The accurate calculation of landed cost when a shipping container has gone through one or more consolidators is necessary for reliable profitability analysis. Carillon® ERP supports unlimited consolidators for a single container, as well as more costing factors than any client has ever needed.
Consider this real-world scenario:
You are a beverage distributor based in the U.S. importing a Chianti from an Italian winery, two Bordeaux wines from France, and a Riesling from Germany. You purchase one hundred 12-bottle cases of each and ship them through a London consolidator before importing to the U.S.
Upon receipt at your distribution warehouse, total landed costs have accumulated:
| Cost Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Invoiced purchase price | $6,000 |
| Shipping fees and duties | $5,200 |
| Storage container | $1,500 |
| Consolidator | $2,500 |
| USDA examination & x-rays | $930 |
| Domestic delivery cost | $1,085 |
| Total | $17,215 |
| Total landed cost per case | $43.04 |
As you can see, landed costs can significantly impact the price of your purchase. An ERP software that completely supports landed cost calculations can help you develop a more accurate total landed cost before you get the bill — allowing you to effectively price your goods.
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