A consignment note is a key document used in shipping to provide details about a consignment of goods in transit. It is signed by the consignee upon delivery, serving as proof of receipt. The document includes information about the consignor and consignee, details about the goods, and typically their gross weight, as well as outlining who is responsible for insuring the goods during transit.
A waybill is a document prepared by a common carrier at the start of a shipment that details the route the goods will follow to their final destination and states the transportation cost. The waybill typically accompanies the shipment to its destination.
