How to map shipping method in HotWax Commerce to Netsuite

Learn how to map the Shipping method in HotWax to sync with Netsuite?

To ensure seamless communication of shipping information across all systems, it's crucial to map shipping methods in HotWax with those in Shopify and Netsuite. Follow these four steps to ensure the sync works as expected:

• Creating a Shipment Method in HotWax.

• Associating Shipment Method to Product Store and Carrier.

• Mapping Shipment Method between Shopify and HotWax.

• Mapping between HotWax and NetSuite.

A. Creating a Shipment Method in HotWax

Establishing the corresponding shipping methods in HotWax is essential to provide HotWax with the necessary options for handling shipping. These methods can then be effectively mapped with the shipping methods associated with incoming orders, ensuring seamless processing and fulfillment.

1. Log in to your user instance and navigate to Settings > General Settings.

2. Locate the shipment method section and click on Add, which will open up a form. Fill in the required fields:

   Field Name	Field Description	Example Value
   Shipment Method Type ID	Identifier for the shipping method within HotWax.	EXPEDITED
   Description	Shipping method name.	Express Shipping

3. After entering the necessary details, click on Add to save the shipping method in HotWax.

B. Associating Shipment Method to Product Store and Carrier

By associating each shipping method with the corresponding product store and carrier, HotWax gains precise information about which brands and carriers are related to specific shipping methods. For example, this linkage allows HotWax to recognize that "Standard Shipping" is associated with the "product store X" and "Carrier Y." Consequently, when an order with "Standard Shipping" is received for "product store X," HotWax knows to apply the appropriate shipping rules and rates specific to that brand and carrier combination. This level of detail ensures accurate shipping calculations and streamlined order processing tailored to each brand's requirements.

1. To configure the shipping options for your store, navigate to Settings > Stores and locate the Product Store Shipping Method section, you can add specific shipping methods by clicking the Configure Shipping Method button.

Field Name	Field Description	Example Value
Product Store*	Store selection for adding the shipping method.	Not Naked
Tracking Required*	Indicates whether tracking is required for the shipping method.	Y/N
Shipment Gateway Config Id	Identifier associated with the Product Store and Shipping Method.	UPS config
Shipment Method Type*	Selection of the shipping method.	Standard
Carrier Service Code	Unique identifier for a specific shipping method by a carrier.	FEDEX_STANDARD_SHIPPING
Delivery Days	Number of days committed by shipping methods for order delivery.	3

Note: Fields marked with asterisks are required fields.

C. Mapping Shipment Method between Shopify and HotWax

1. Navigate to the Shopify Shop Carrier Shipment section on the Shopify Shop Page.

2. Click on the Add button, which will open up a new pop-up box.

3. Choose the carrier and the carrier shipping method existing in HotWax Commerce from the dropdown menu.

4. Enter the Shopify Shipping Method present in Shopify, and click on the Add button to save the mapping.

Field Name	Field Description	Example Value
Carrier*	Name of the carrier.	Blue Dart Express
Shipment method*	Name of shipping method in HotWax.	Ground
Shopify Shipping Method*	Name of the shipping method in Shopify.	Ground Shipping

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D. Mapping between HotWax and NetSuite

Mapping between HotWax Commerce and NetSuite involves establishing connections and defining data mappings to ensure seamless communication and accurate synchronization of orders, inventory, and other relevant information between the two platforms. This ensures that data transmitted between HotWax Commerce and NetSuite is correctly interpreted and processed, ultimately improving efficiency and accuracy in order fulfillment and inventory management processes.

1. Navigate to Settings and select the option NetSuite from the menu.

2. Locate the Netsuite Shipping Method section. Click on the Add and fill-in the mandatory details mentioned in the input fields.

   Field	Description	Example Value
   Integration Mapping Key*	The mapping ID present in HotWax.	STANDARD
   Integration Mapping Value*	Corresponding value present in NetSuite.	STANDARD_UPS
   Description*	Briefly describe the method.	NetSuite shipping method standard

Note: Fields marked with asterisks are required field.

Confirm establishing the new mapping by clicking on Add.

For further details, refer to this resource.