After you create attributes, you must define logistics types.
Logistics types are used to define all resources necessary for the operation.
Similar to attributes, logistics types are fully customizable within the framework of the predefined logistics types categories, which come standard in the program.
Logistics Type Categories
- Asset (e.g., tractor, trailer, forklift)
- Facility (e.g., distribution center, warehouse)
- Logistics Order (e.g., will call, dropoff, lumber, cabinets)
- Logistics Line: Allows further differentiation of lines on a logistics order.
- Handling Unit (e.g., pallet, container)
- Operation (e.g., business segment)
- Position (e.g., location within facility)
- Worker (e.g., driver)
Create a child logistics type to automatically ascribe physical dimensions, attributes, and constraints from the parent type.
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If an International Lonestar Sleeper Cab has a hierarchy of Asset > Tractor > Sleeper Cab > Lonestar, the Lonestar logistics type inherits the basic dimension and attributes of Asset, Tractor, and Sleeper Cab. |
Although a child type inherits the dimensions and attributes from its parent, these values can be adjusted at the most specific (lowest) level without compromising any of the associated parent types.
This allows you to maintain default values while still offering infinite customization and granularity among objects.
Logistics Execution > Setup > Logistics Types
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Logistics Type | Names the specific object. |
Description | Describes the purpose of the Logistics Type field. |
Logistics Type Category | Indicates the category type:
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Attributes section | Displays associated attributes. |
Constraints section | Displays criteria that are assigned to the activity master. |
Collection Data Types section | Allows you to attach collection data types to the logistics type. |
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In addition to physical dimensions and attributes, each logistics type category of asset has additional flags that further determine an object's functionality. Asset Type
Fixed Property
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Physical dimensions can be defined for each asset logistics type (e.g., tractor, trailer, loading equipment). These dimensions define the physical qualities of an object, such as volume, weight, length, etc. In addition to those common physical dimensions, each measurement can also be specified as the interior or exterior of the asset. |
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Any number of attributes may be applied to a given logistics type. Within this section, there are several additional fields to enhance configuration and maintain visibility.
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