SCENARIO MODELING
See How Supply Chain Changes Pay Off—Before You Pay Out.
New DC? Different box size? Carrier switch? Service downgrade? Model the cost and transit impact on your actual shipping data before you commit.
Big decisions, zero data.
New DC, box redesign, carrier switch—you’re guessing at the impact until after you’ve commited.
Contracts negotiated blind.
You’re evaluating carrier proposals without modeling them against your actual shipping profile.
Paying for service you don’t need.
Like Overnight when 3-day works. Small changes, big savings—if you could see the tradeoff.
Test every “what if” on your real data.
Sifted’s modeling engine uses your actual shipping profile to simulate changes, so you see the cost and transit impact before you invest.
NETWORK OPTIMIZATION
Find the right location for your next DC.
Pinpoint where you need to be to reach customers cheapest and fastest—before you sign a lease.
Simulate adding, moving, or closing distribution centers
See cost and delivery impact by region
Based on your actual shipment data, not estimates
SERVICE TYPE OPTIMIZATION
Stop paying for speed you don’t need.
Ground vs. 2-day vs. overnight, small adjustments can save six figures without affecting performance. See the tradeoff before you switch.
Model cost savings by service type across your full volume
See transit time impact so you understand customer experience
Fastest path to a quick win—often live in days
“Sifted mined every line of shipping data and came back with recommendations for six-figure savings.”
Brian Robertson, Shipping & Receiving Team Leader — Chicago Music Exchange
PACKAGE MODELING
Know what a new box costs before you build it.
Additional handling and oversize charges add up fast. Simulate package changes—resize, split, consolidate—and see the cost impact.
Model DIM weight impact of new package dimensions
See additional handling and oversize charge changes
Test before you invest—no physical prototypes needed
CONTRACT MODELING
Go to your carriers with data, not gut feelings.
Evaluate carrier proposals against your actual shipping profile. Compare contracts and understand the cost impact before signing.
Upload proposals and model them against your real data
Compare multiple carrier scenarios side by side
See impact on total cost, not just discount percentages
Common Questions
What data does Sifted use for Scenario Modeling?
Your actual shipping data, pulled directly from your carrier accounts. Every simulation runs against your real volumes, zones, service types, and contract rates. No estimates, no sample data.
How quickly can I run a scenario?
Within minutes. Sifted’s modeling tools are built for self-service, so you can test a what-if scenario, like a new distribution center or a packaging change, in minutes, not days. No data prep, no waiting on an analyst.
Can I compare multiple carrier proposals at once?
Yes. Sifted’s Contract Modeling tool lets you evaluate and compare carrier proposals side by side, so you can clearly see the cost impact of each option against your actual shipping profile before making any decisions.
What kinds of scenarios can I model?
A variety. Sifted supports contract modeling, package modeling, service type optimization, and network optimization—covering everything from what-if contract terms to DC location changes to packaging adjustments. It’s a virtual sandbox to test decisions before they cost you anything.
How is this different than a consultant doing a rate analysis?
A consultant gives you a one-time snapshot. Sifted gives you continuous intelligence. Your shipping profile changes constantly—and Sifted monitors 100% of your spend in the background, flags issues as they arise, and keeps your operation optimized year-round, not just at contract renewal.
Do I need to be a data analyst to use this?
Not at all. Sifted is built for logistics, finance, and operations professionals, not just data analysts. The platform surfaces insights, recommendations, and alerts in plain language so you can act quickly without ever touching a spreadsheet.
Have more questions or need more information? We’re here to help!
See the impact before you invest.
Connect your carriers, run your first scenario, and see exactly what changes are worth making. Your data. Your numbers. Your decision.
