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For bulk purchasing, the system offers advanced functionality. It supports consolidated order cost calculation, automatically assessing whether combined shipments qualify for volume-based discounts from carriers. This feature helps batch buyers maximize their logistics savings significantly. Furthermore, users can log historical shipping data—actual costs incurred and real-world delivery times—directly within the spreadsheet. Analyzing this data helps in optimizing future shipping decisions, creating a cycle of continuous improvement.

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