DIM divisor rules in carrier agreements

Navigating DIM Divisor Rules in Carrier Agreements

This article is to guide on understanding DIM divisor rules in carrier agreements. This information is tailored for system users with PDF agreements destined for integration into the Agreement Management System, ensuring a seamless experience.

Organization of rules

Rules are ordered by class type as follows:

Dim Divisor rules

Earned Discount rules

Fuel Surcharge Discount rules

Grace Period Discount rules

Minimum Net Charge rules

Multipiece Minimum Weight Qualifier rules

Service Discount by Region rules

Service Discount rules

Service Net Rate rules

Surcharge Net Rate rules

Surcharge Discount rules

It’s important to note that rules are executed from top to bottom according to the position of the rule among all other agreement rules. In other words, rules at the bottom are executed after the rules above and can overwrite the rules where overlap exists.

This feature is especially valuable for creating linked rules logic. Consider a scenario involving package types where a top rule encompasses “All Packages.” Further rules for specific package types (e.g., FedEx Pak) nested under the general rule can efficiently overwrite the broader “All Packages” rule with more granular specifications.

DIM Divisor Rules: Effective Start Date: This date is crucial for expiration terms related to DIM divisors and cubic minimum thresholds. Pay attention to the following details:

• Default: Null
• Format: mm/dd/yyyy
• Common Mistake: Avoid entering an Effective Start Date beyond the analysis period date range within CAO View to prevent unintended impacts on applied service discounts.
• Pro Tip: Create a distinct Dim Divisor rule for each term within the agreement, using the Effective Start Date and Effective Stop Date fields to define the targeted date range.

Effective Stop Date: Similar to the Effective Start Date, the Effective Stop Date is essential for managing expiration terms related to DIM divisors and cubic minimum thresholds. Key considerations include:

• Default: Null
• Format: mm/dd/yyyy
• Common Mistake: Ensure that the Effective Stop Date aligns with the analysis period date range within CAO View, preventing unintended impacts on service discounts.
• Pro Tip: Establish a Dim Divisor rule for each term within the carrier agreement, leveraging the Effective Start Date and Effective Stop Date fields for precise date range definition.

Service Type: For seamless integration, create a row for each service type covered by the Dim Divisor incentive.

• Default: Null

Zone Range: Define the zone range, specifying ‘to’ and ‘from’:

• Most Common: Specify the zone range with ‘to’ and ‘from.’
• Specific Zones: Click the arrow to the right to specify individual zones, separated by commas. Each carrier (FedEx, UPS, DHL, USPS) has its specific zone ranges.

Min/Max Volume: Set the lower and upper bounds of the cubic threshold for a Dim Divisor.

Divisor: Define the Dim Divisor incentive value within the range of 139 to 500.