GLS Connector Features

The GLS connector provides a seamless and reliable shipping solution within your Odoo system. Businesses can streamline their shipping processes with features like automatic label generation, end-to-end tracking, and one-click shipment cancellation. From a single delivery order, you can register parcels with GLS, generate shipping labels, track every shipment, and cancel it. This integration simplifies logistics, reduces manual tasks, and enhances the overall efficiency of your order fulfillment workflow.

Supported Features

  • Reliable Shipment Quotes

    • Configure shipping charges using fixed pricing or rule-based pricing.

    • Since GLS does not support real-time rate calculation, you have full control over your pricing strategy.

  • Use Delivery Methods In Sales & Website:

    • Choose delivery methods in sales orders and on the website.

    • Transparent and flexible shipping options for a better user experience.

  • Multiple Package Handling

    • Split an order into multiple packages when required.

    • Each package is registered with GLS as a separate parcel with its own weight.

    • Improve packaging efficiency and shipment accuracy.

  • Auto-Generate Shipping Labels

    • Shipping labels are generated instantly upon delivery order validation.

    • Choose between PDF, PNG, or ZPL (Zebra printer) label formats.

    • When an order ships in several parcels, all PDF labels are merged into a single document.

    • Reduces manual work and minimizes errors.

  • Track Shipment

    • Effortlessly track shipments with the integrated GLS parcel-tracking service.

    • Provides visibility into the status and location of your orders.

    • Improve customer satisfaction with accurate delivery information.

  • Shipment Cancellation

    • Cancel a registered GLS shipment directly from the delivery order.

    • The cancellation is confirmed in the order chatter.

  • Multiple GLS Products

    • Select the GLS product for each delivery method (Parcel, Express, Freight, Pharma, or Pharma Plus).

  • Test & Production Environments

    • Validate your configuration in a test environment before going live.

    • Switch to production once your credentials are certified by GLS.

  • Multi-Account Support

    • Effortlessly connect and set up multiple GLS accounts to your Odoo databases.

    • Streamline operations across different GLS accounts.

Note

The connector ensures smooth synchronization of shipping-related data between Odoo and GLS through the GLS ShipIT API (v1). Shipment creation, label generation, tracking, and cancellation are available for the origin countries supported by the GLS ShipIT API.

Benefits

  • Automated Shipping Workflows

    • Eliminates manual effort in shipping operations.

    • Automates label creation for faster processing.

    • Stores tracking links on every delivery order.

    • Speeds up order fulfillment with minimal intervention.

  • Error-Free Shipping

    • Removes the risk of manual data entry mistakes.

    • Sends accurate address and package details to GLS.

    • Improves overall shipping reliability.

  • Streamlined Shipping Automation

    • Speeds up order processing with automated workflows.

    • Reduces manual intervention for efficiency.

    • Handles a higher volume of shipments seamlessly.

  • Full Pricing Control

    • Apply a fixed price per delivery method or charges calculated from your own rules.

    • Decide exactly what customers pay for shipping.

  • Hassle-Free Shipment Cancellation

    • Cancel shipments directly from Odoo with ease.

    • Avoid manual carrier interactions for cancellation.

Conclusion

The GLS integration with Odoo simplifies and automates your parcel shipping workflow. It enables efficient label generation, reliable tracking, and easy shipment cancellation. With flexible fixed or rule-based pricing and support for multiple GLS products, this connector helps businesses ship efficiently, improve accuracy, and enhance customer satisfaction.

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