PitneyShip® shipping software brings all your existing carrier agreements into one platform. It allows teams across your organisation and locations to send parcels and business documents more easily. You don’t need to switch carriers or install new systems. PitneyShip shipping software is designed to help you tackle operational, compliance and budget management challenges and runs on our secure cloud-based 360 Platform.

No. PitneyShip® shipping software works with most standard office printers and thermal label printers and can be accessed through any browser-based device. You do not need to buy Pitney Bowes hardware, but we do not support third-party hardware devices. 
Using Pitney Bowes hardware ensures compatibility, expert support, and a single point of contact. We also offer flexible payment plans to help you avoid large upfront costs and manage budgets more easily. 

The 360 Platform is Pitney Bowes’ secure cloud-based platform for managing shipping, receiving, mailing and the tracking of people, assets and deliveries. Everything is accessed through one interface with single sign-in. It removes the need for disconnected systems and supports both the software and hardware you already use. If you're interested in adding any of these solutions on the 360 Platform, we can discuss the right options for your organisation, give you a demonstration, and get you onboarded.

Installation for PitneyShip® shipping software is managed in close partnership with your team. Some steps can be handled remotely ahead of time, followed by an on-site visit from our UK-based engineers to complete the setup. Full training is included and can be delivered either on-site or remotely, depending on what works best for you.

Yes. You can link all your existing carrier agreements to PitneyShip® shipping software, such as Royal Mail, DHL, Parcelforce, DPD, UPS and FedEx. All your contracted and preferred carriers can be managed in one place, with a consolidated view of sending activity across departments and locations. This supports cost management, reporting and audit requirements.

Most organisations can have PitneyShip® shipping software up and running within four to eight weeks. Timelines may vary depending on the complexity of your setup and any integrations with systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Warehouse Management System (WMS). The Pitney Bowes team will work closely with you to keep the implementation focused and on schedule.

Yes. PitneyShip® shipping software scales with your organisation. There’s no need to switch platforms as your requirements grow or reduce in scope. It handles batch shipments, supports multiple sites and locations, and maintains performance as parcel volumes increase - without requiring  a complete overhaul.

Yes. PitneyShip® shipping software is built to support organisations with multiple locations. Each site is configured to meet its specific needs, while allowing centralised control across all sites. If you have different site owners, the platform supports collaborative workflows so your teams can stay connected and aligned.

PitneyShip® shipping software logs every shipment by user, department and location. You can generate and export reports to help match and allocate costs to clients, charge codes or projects.

Yes. PitneyShip® shipping software is built to integrate with your existing systems and processes. It can work across facilities, finance, procurement, HR, security and more. We support system integration via SFTP for scheduled data transfers such as from SAP, HR systems or address books. Single Sign-On (SSO) is also available for secure user access. The Pitney Bowes team will work with your IT specialists to ensure reliable integration and compatibility with your infrastructure, aligned to your operational and security requirements.

Yes. PitneyShip® shipping software includes role-based access, GDPR-compliant data retention, audit logs, and audit-ready reporting.Data is hosted in secure UK and EU data centres and aligns with ISO 27001 standards. For organisations with US-based HQs or subsidiaries, or cross-border operations, PitneyShip shipping software also supports requirements such as SOC 2 practices. Please discuss your organisation’s specific compliance needs with us, as Pitney Bowes’ solutions are built to meet a wide range of security and regulatory standards.

Yes. PitneyShip® is built to meet the operational, security, sustainability, and compliance needs of UK public sector organisations. It supports procurement processes across councils, NHS trusts, and central government departments.
For ease of purchasing, PitneyShip® shipping software is available through Lot 1 of the RM6280 Crown Commercial Service (CCS) framework, alongside our core mailing, sending and receiving solutions, as well as approved third-party partnerships (please refer to our UK website for full details). This excludes our outsourced print and mail solution (Hybrid Mail).
This lot also includes Pitney Bowes’ cloud-based software solutions for:

• Shipping (PitneyShip®)
• Incoming parcel and asset tracking and distribution (PitneyTrack® and PitneyLockers®).
• Visitor management (Pitney Bowes Smart Access Management®)

We regularly support public sector teams with their day-to-day operational and budgetary needs, helping them stay compliant, manage costs, and meet sustainability targets. With long-standing public sector experience, we understand procurement processes and deliver the right-fit solution with confidence.

Yes. All sensitive data within PitneyShip® shipping software is fully encrypted using AWS (Amazon Web Services). You have full control over how long the data is retained. This can be from seven days to indefinitely. It’s entirely up to you.

Yes. Pitney Bowes offer practical, tailored demonstrations of PitneyShip® shipping software, either online or in person. Our specialists will show you how the software works in in everyday use and explain how it can help solve your challenges while supporting your organisation’s specific goals.

The cost of PitneyShip® shipping software depends on your organisation’s needs. Pricing may include software, hardware, setup and installation. We offer flexible options including fixed-term contracts (36 or 60 months), payment plans or direct purchase. We’ll work with you to explore the best-fit options and give you a clear view of the costs involved.

Pitney Bowes provides in-person and remote training as part of every PitneyShip® implementation. Our UK-based specialists stay closely involved throughout the process, offering documentation, role-specific guidance, and hands-on support for teams such as procurement and mailroom. This helps ensure everyone gets up to speed quickly and with confidence. Pitney Bowes also offer phased rollouts and integration support to suit your organisation’s needs.

Additional charges may apply depending on your setup. For example, you may incur SMS notification fees from your mobile provider. PitneyShip® shipping software is designed to be transparent. We’ll highlight any potential costs upfront so you can plan with confidence.

When you choose Pitney Bowes, you’re partnering with a team that brings decades of UK experience in document management and tracking workflows. You gain the stability, clarity and operational reliability expected from a trusted long-term partner. We take the time to understand your specific challenges, ensure the right-fit solution is in place, and support you with expert installation and dedicated UK-based assistance.