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ShipIt

Use ShipIt to process eligible domestic shipments and international non-technical document shipments directly from your workstation.

Important Information

ShipIt cannot be used for:

  • International shipments containing technical documents
  • Hazardous materials shipments
  • Shipments containing regulated batteries or dangerous goods

For these shipment types, visit the appropriate resources below:

  • Technical Documents International Shipping
  • Batteries FAQs
  • Hazardous Materials Shipping

Accessing ShipIt

All UC San Diego employees and staff can access ShipIt using their Single Sign-On (SSO) credentials. You must be connected to the UC San Diego network using one of the following methods:

  • Campus wired network connection
  • Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection

ShipIt Website

Resources

Below are helpful resources and answers to common questions about ShipIt. Click on each of the dropdowns below to view our library of step-by-step guides and frequently asked questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

General ShipIt Information

What types of shipments does ShipIt support?

ShipIt supports:

  • Non-hazardous domestic shipments
  • International shipments containing non-technical documents

ShipIt cannot be used for:

  • Hazardous materials shipments
  • International shipments containing technical documents
How do I gain access to ShipIt?

To access ShipIt, you must:

  • Be an active UC San Diego employee or sponsored affiliate
  • Have the Campus Shipper role assigned through the Business User Management Tool (BUMT)

If you believe you should have access, contact your department administrator or Outbound Shipping via Services & Support for assistance.

What web browsers are supported?

ShipIt works with most modern web browsers, including:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Safari
  • Microsoft Edge
Who do I contact if I need help with ShipIt?

Contact Outbound Shipping via Services & Support for assistance with ShipIt or urgent shipments.

Processing Shipments

How do I process an urgent shipment?

For urgent shipment assistance, contact Outbound Shipping:

For general assistance please submit a ticket to Outbound Shipping via Services & Support.

How do I void a shipment?

To void a shipment:

  1. Open the Reports tab.
  2. Select My Shipments.
  3. Locate the shipment.
  4. Select the envelope icon to void the shipment.

Note: Shipments can only be voided on the same business day before 5:00 p.m.

How do I add recipients to my Address Book?

You can add recipients while creating a shipment. Before selecting Ship, check the box labeled Add to personal Address Book. The recipient information will then be saved for future use.

How do I bill a third-party account?

To use third-party billing:

  1. Select Third Party Billing from the Payment Terms menu.
  2. Select Provide Third Party Billing Info.
  3. Enter the account information.
  4. Save the billing details.

Note: The Rate Shop feature is unavailable for third-party billing because ShipIt cannot access external account rates. You must manually select the carrier and shipping service before submitting the shipment.

Reports and Shipment History

How do I filter the "My Shipments" report?

To filter shipment results:

  1. Open the My Shipments report.
  2. Select the filter icon.
  3. Choose a filter category from the drop-down menu.
  4. Add additional filters if needed.
  5. Select Apply Filters.
How do I reprint a shipping label?

To reprint a label:

  1. Open the Reports tab.
  2. Select My Shipments.
  3. Locate the shipment.
  4. Select the printer icon next to the shipment.

Note: Labels can only be reprinted on the same business day before 5:00 p.m. Shipments created after end-of-day processing may still be shipped.

Can I view the estimated cost of previous shipments?

Yes. The My Shipments report includes shipment details such as:

  • Estimated shipping cost
  • Carrier information
  • Shipment history

Labels and Addresses

What is the difference between the Address Book and My Shipment Contacts?
  • Address Book: Contains addresses you manually saved for future use.
  • My Shipment Contacts: Displays recipients from previous shipments.

Both options can automatically populate recipient information during shipment processing.

Can Outbound Shipping create a shipping label for me?

Outbound Shipping may be able to assist in limited situations.

Can I create a return label in ShipIt?

No. If you need someone to send a shipment back to you, contact Outbound Shipping via Services & Support to discuss available options.

Icons, Features, and Error Messages

Why do I see an error when using the “Rate Shop” feature?

This issue is typically caused by a browser compatibility problem. If you are using Internet Explorer:

  1. Open Tools.
  2. Select Compatibility View Settings.
  3. Add: proshipservices.com

Using a modern browser such as Chrome or Edge is recommended.

What do the blue question mark icons mean?

The blue question mark icons provide additional help text and guidance related to specific fields within ShipIt.

Why is the “Validate Address” button disabled?

The address validation feature is disabled because shipping systems may not accurately recognize university and research facility addresses.

Always confirm the recipient’s address before submitting a shipment.

What does the “Load” button do?

The Load feature retrieves shipments that are pending completion. This allows:

  • Outbound Shipping to complete shipments on behalf of a campus user.
  • One Campus Shipper to complete a shipment started by another user.

To load a shipment:

  1. Enter the shipment reference number in the Shipment Ref # field.
  2. Select Load.
  3. Review and complete the shipment information.

Note: If you decide not to continue processing the shipment, select Reset to clear the loaded information.

Contact Us

For additional questions or further assistance, please submit a support ticket to Outbound Shipping in Services & Support.