Shipping zones

What are shipping zones?

Shipping zones are geographic areas defined by carriers to calculate delivery timeframes and shipping costs. These zones are typically based on distance from the shipment’s origin to the destination.

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Shipping zones in eCommerce

In eCommerce, shipping zones influence both the delivery cost and speed. Carriers use them to set pricing tiers and service levels. The further the shipping zone, the higher the cost and the longer the delivery time. With everstox, brands benefit from regional warehousing and intelligent order routing – helping reduce shipping distances and costs by automatically fulfilling orders from the nearest zone.

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Example of a shipping zone

An eCommerce brand stores products in Germany and Spain. An order to Italy is routed from the Spanish warehouse instead of the German one to avoid cross-zone surcharges and shorten delivery time.

About the author

Anna Kraus

eCommerce and logistics expert

With over seven years of experience in online marketing, Anna is responsible for the content strategy and editorial development of the everstox website. Her work focuses on eCommerce, logistics, and supply chain management, translating complex operational topics into clear, relevant, and actionable insights.

Since joining everstox in 2024, Anna has taken full ownership of the company’s editorial content, including blog articles, in-depth industry pieces, and the complete everstox glossary. Her content connects current trends in eCommerce and logistics with the real-world challenges faced by growing brands, helping decision-makers navigate an increasingly complex operational landscape.

Anna holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Salzburg and earned a Master of Business Administration with a focus on health management from IU International University. Her master’s thesis on occupational health management reflects her analytical mindset and her interest in how integrated strategies can strengthen long-term business performance.

By combining academic rigor with hands-on marketing experience, Anna delivers content that goes beyond surface-level commentary. Her work offers readers a clear, well-informed perspective on the intersection of digital innovation, logistics, and supply chain operations, with a strong focus on practical relevance and strategic clarity.

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