"Inbound Logistics

Inbound Logistics is the flow of product into a production unit or warehouse and has not traditionally been the responsibility of a single individual. Production, procurement and supply chain have all played a part but the end result can be unsatisfactory. The start of the supply chain is all-important. Quality of service provision inbound can be the difference between a successful sales promotions or a repackaged product being delivered late and left on the shelf. …

…a network or a combination of network and radio frequency devices. With this equipment and good practice behind it, cross docking has become the place where supply meets demand head on. <Tab/>In conclusion, inbound logistics is the movement of materials from suppliers and vendors into production processes or storage facilities. Using the software programs and methods described above this once silent segment of logistics is saving companies millions of dollars.