How ProcessWeaver multi-carrier shipping connects to Infor M3
APIs and connectors using Infor item, order and warehouse structures
ProcessWeaver reads shipment-relevant data from M3 such as items, orders and warehouse details, and returns carrier, tracking and label information. Elemica's guide does not publish the exact M3 programs, so confirm the technical design during scoping.
What data moves
| From | To | Data | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infor M3 | ProcessWeaver | Delivery, ship-to, item weights and dimensions | Delivery released for shipping |
| ProcessWeaver | Carrier | Shipment request and rate query | Operator or rule selects service |
| ProcessWeaver | Warehouse printer | Shipping labels and manifests | Shipment confirmed |
| ProcessWeaver | Infor M3 | Carrier, tracking number and freight cost | Label created or shipment closed |
| ProcessWeaver | Customs and carriers | Customs documents | International shipment confirmed |
Setting it up
- 1Scope sites and carriersList distribution sites, carriers and services in use, and whether international shipments and customs documents are needed.
- 2Prepare M3 shipping dataConfirm item weights, dimensions, packaging, ship-to addresses and incoterms are maintained in M3.
- 3Configure the connectionHave Elemica and your M3 partner set up the connector, including how deliveries reach ProcessWeaver and how results return.
- 4Set carrier rulesDefine rules for carrier and service choice by weight, destination, customer and cost.
- 5Set up printingInstall label and manifest printers and test formats for each carrier.
- 6Pilot one siteShip real orders through the connector, compare freight cost and tracking in M3, then roll out.
What usually breaks
- !Missing or inaccurate item weights and dimensions, causing wrong rates and carrier rejections.
- !Address data in M3 not validated, leading to returned shipments.
- !Carrier rules that differ by site, producing inconsistent service choice.
- !Customs data such as commodity codes and country of origin missing from item master.
- !Tracking numbers not returned to M3 so customer service cannot find them.
- !Manifest close timing out of line with carrier pickup times.
A private AI layer across both systems
Rate and service review
A private assistant reading shipments and M3 orders can show where a cheaper compliant service existed, as analysis for a logistics manager.
Failed shipment triage
Explain why a shipment was rejected, such as bad address or missing weight, and propose the master data correction for approval.
Customs data checks
Flag international deliveries where item master data is incomplete before they reach the shipping dock.
Customer tracking questions
Let customer service ask where an order is and get the carrier status linked to the M3 delivery.
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When something else fits better
- Infor Nexus Network TMS if you need freight beyond parcel and a network view.
- Single-carrier shipping software if you use one or two carriers.
- Carrier web portals with manual entry for very low volume.
Frequently asked questions
How many carriers does it support?
Elemica describes more than 460 carriers. Whether your specific carrier and service are available should be verified during evaluation, as coverage varies by region and service level.
Does it support M3 and CloudSuite?
Elemica's guide covers Infor M3 and Infor CloudSuite. The exact integration approach depends on your deployment, so ask for the technical design for your version before committing.
What documents does it produce?
Per Elemica, it handles labels, manifests and customs documents. Required customs data still has to be maintained in M3 or provided during shipping.
Is a TMS needed as well?
Not necessarily. Parcel shipping and a full transport management system overlap but differ. For complex freight, compare with a TMS; for parcel-heavy distribution this class of tool may be enough.
Pairing documented at elemica.com/guides-sheets/connected-shipping-workflows-for-infor-cloudsuite/ . ProcessWeaver multi-carrier shipping is a product of Elemica (ProcessWeaver); Netray is independent and not affiliated with either vendor.