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ERP ModuleLogistics

Logistics Overview

Managing picking, packing, and shipping operations

Logistics Overview

The Logistics module manages the fulfillment process from order to delivery.

Logistics Flow

graph LR
    A[Orders Ready] --> B[Create Picklists]
    B --> C[Pick Items]
    C --> D[Pack Items]
    D --> E[Create Shipment]
    E --> F[Dispatch]
    F --> G[Deliver]

Key Components

Picklists

Grouped picking documents:

  • Combine multiple orders
  • Optimize pick paths
  • Track picker progress

Shipments

Outbound deliveries:

  • Package tracking
  • Carrier assignment
  • Delivery confirmation

Logistics Dashboard

Monitor operations:

WidgetShows
Orders to PickAwaiting fulfillment
Active PicklistsIn-progress picking
Ready to ShipPacked, awaiting dispatch
Shipped TodayDispatched shipments

Fulfillment Strategies

Order Picking

One order at a time:

  • Simple process
  • Best for large orders
  • No sorting required

Batch Picking

Multiple orders together:

  • Efficient for small orders
  • Requires sorting after
  • Reduces travel time

Zone Picking

By warehouse zone:

  • Specialized pickers
  • Parallel picking
  • Consolidation required

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