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eShipGlobal

Northwestern University, Procurement and Payment Services has implemented a new program to facilitate all outbound domestic and international shipments. eShipGlobal, an outbound web-based shipping service portal, is intended to replace the use of traditional FedEx.com, UPS.com, DHL and USPS websites to arrange for the shipping of a package.

Features

  • Easy access to the site through Single Sign-On (SSO).
  • Shipping methods compared side-by-side for shippers to select best option from all rates from all carriers for the various options.
  • Contracted pricing in the platform, including exclusive eShipGlobal pricing with certain carriers.
  • Airbills and return labels can be printed, and packages can be tracked while in transit.
  • Enhanced export and hazmat shipping compliance through an approval notification/workflow.
  • Automated invoice processing by PPS.
  • Required chart string to validate in real time to bill departments and schools.

For information on export controls and international shipping visit the Export Controls and International Compliance (ECIC) International Shipping page.

Implementation

The eShipGlobal platform is expected to be available for use beginning September 2, 2025. All units will start using eShipGlobal and expected to close their specific Fedex, UPS, DHL accounts by January 1, 2026.

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Training Sessions

Training for all users will be provided before and after the launch of this program. Registration is required to pick the day and time to join the train session on Zoom from the following.

Training Session Timeline

Phase

Date

Post-launch training session

Tuesday, October 7, 2025: 1:00 pm

Post-launch training session

Wednesday, October 15, 2025: 10:00 am
Register for the 10/15 session

Post-launch training session

Thursday, October 23, 2025: 2:00 pm

Post-launch training session

Wednesday, October 29, 2025: 11:00 am

Training Resources

Users can view training videos and read the user guide to learn more about updating their profile, managing the address book, and creating domestic and international shipments. Users can reach the eShipGlobal support contacts with any questions regarding their shipments.

Pricing

There will be a cost per transactions that will be added to each transaction and paid for by the school or department.

  • Domestic
    • $1.25
  • International
    • $1.75
  • Hazmat (Determined by what is being shipped)
    • $3.95
    • $5.95
    • $14.95

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