“We saved over $150,000 by switching to Shippabo through an annual fixed rate contract. Given how volatile the freight market was during the beginning of the pandemic, I knew we had to get Optoma on an annual fixed rate contract. Shippabo made the contract negotiation process super easy and transparent.”
About Optoma Technology
Headquartered in the U.S., Optoma Technology is the global technology wing of Optoma Group and specializes in innovative visual display products — such as ProScene projectors and Creative Touch Interactive Flat Panel displays.
From no platform to complete shipment visibility
Optoma never had a platform before selecting Shippabo as their freight forwarding and technology partner; overseas agents managed bookings. During the pandemic, rates skyrocketed, and manual internal processes caused confusion and delays for partners relying on real-time updates. The company needed:
- Competitive rates in uncertain market conditions
- A centralized communications platform for internal teams and overseas partners
- The ability to organize shipment details based on specific user needs
- Automation for manual tasks so they can focus on growing the business
Wins with Shippabo
“Shippabo has allowed me to minimize and streamline several processes. We’ve cut our manual processes in half because the platform offers a lot of automation in managing our shipments to where I don’t need to worry about making bookings,” says Stephanie Lo.
The shipments page shows every current and open shipment at a glance — organized chronologically or by a custom nickname. Optoma’s overseas team uses the platform for visibility from start to finish, with everyone on the same page.
More than just freight forwarding
With Shippabo, Optoma takes advantage of long-term savings in any market condition. We make shipping and logistics easier by allowing importers to:
- Secure capacity online — request and plan for container space in advance
- Gain SKU-level visibility — know what products are coming and when
- Go paperless — manage every shipment online
- Centralize communications with internal teams, suppliers, and partners