After you create attributes, you must define logistics types.Logistics Execution > Setup > 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.
Header Section
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| Logistics Type | Names the object. |
| Description | Describes the logistics type. |
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| Category | Indicates the category type:
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Physical Dimensions Section
Displays physical dimensions if the logistics type category selected is Asset.
Attributes Section
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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| Attribute ID | Names the attribute. |
| Description | Describes the attribute. |
| Origin | Indicates where the attribute was inherited from (e.g., |
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| Has Default Value? | If this checkbox is selected, each logistics type entity inherits a default value for the attribute. |
| Value Editable? | If this checkbox is selected, any logistics type entity can adjust the attribute value. If this checkbox is cleared, the default logistics type value is permanent. |
| Value | Displays the default value of the Attribute ID field. |
Child Logistics Type
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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Indicates the category type:
- Facility
- Asset
- Logistics Line
- Logistics Order
- Handling Unit
- Operation
- Position
- Worker
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Constraints Section
Displays criteria that are assigned to the activity master.
The Constraint Restriction field controls whether validation fails (Prevent) or a warning is issued (Warn).
These constraints are checked during activity validation.
Collection Data Types
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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
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Turn on this toggle to indicate that the object is unique.
- Example: Tractors and trailers are generally identified as unique due to their individual VINs.
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Turn on this toggle to indicate that the object represents more than one object, and there is a limited quantity usable at a given time.
- Example: Any power unit, such as a forklift, may not be unique, but there is a limited amount that can be used at once.
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Turn on this toggle to indicate that the object represents more than one object, and quantity is not a concern.
- Example: Load securing devices, such as ratchet straps, are often considered unlimited because there are many of them, with no tangible limit.
Fixed Property
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Turn on this toggle to indicate that the object is mobile and self-propelled.
- Self-propelled, does not hold inventory: Any power unit, such as a truck or forklift, that is mobile but is not able to hold inventory.
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Turn on this toggle to indicate that the object can carry inventory.
- Not self-propelled, holds inventory: Trailers, such as flatbeds or dry vans, can hold inventory but cannot move under their own power.
- Not self-propelled, does not hold inventory: Load restraints, such as load straps or tactical bars, are used to secure freight within a trailer. They cannot move under their own power and do not carry inventory.
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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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Assets Section
Displays assets if the logistics type category selected is Asset.
