For businesses and individuals relying on consistent international shipping from China, delivery speed is often a critical competitive edge. At CNFANS, we understand that raw shipping quotes don't always tell the full story. The true measure of a courier's performance lies in their historical, real-world delivery data. This guide will walk you through a straightforward method to analyze your past shipment records, empowering you to identify and select the fastest couriers for your specific needs.
The Power of Your Shipping Spreadsheet
Your own shipment history is a goldmine of insights. By systematically sorting and analyzing this data, you move beyond marketing promises to data-driven decisions. The core metric for this analysis is the "Total Transit Time"—calculated from the day of carrier pickup or handover to the final delivery at your destination.
Step-by-Step: Sorting Carriers by Historical Delivery Times
Step 1: Data Preparation in Your Spreadsheet
Ensure your shipment log contains, at minimum, the following columns for each past shipment:
- Carrier Name
- Shipment Date
- Delivery Date
- Destination Country/Region
- Service Type
Create a new column: "Transit Time (Days)". Use a formula (like =DAYS(Delivery Date, Shipment Date)) to calculate the duration for each entry.
Step 2: Filtering for Accurate Comparison
For a fair analysis, compare like with like. Use your spreadsheet's filter function to isolate data based on key variables:
- Destination Zone:
- Service Level:
- Time Period:
- Service Level:
Step 3: Sorting & Identifying the Top Performers
With your data filtered, sort the entire sheet by the "Transit Time (Days)"
This sorted list transforms your historical data into a clear, actionable leaderboard.
Step 4: Making Data-Driven Shipping Decisions
You can now make informed choices when selecting a courier on CNFANS:
- For Urgency:average and most consistent
- For Cost-Speed Balance:
- For New Routes:
- For Cost-Speed Balance:
CNFANS Pro Tips for Enhanced Analysis
- Track the Exception:
- Quarterly Review:
- Combine with CNFANS Quotes:
- Quarterly Review:
Conclusion: Knowledge is Speed
Turning your CNFANS shipping history into organized data is a simple yet powerful strategy. By sorting carriers based on recorded delivery times, you move from guesswork to precision. This self-generated insight ensures you are not just selecting a courier, but strategically choosing the fastest, most reliable pipeline for your goods, shipment after shipment.
Start analyzing your spreadsheet today and transform your shipping strategy with CNFANS.