Performance cycle uncertainty
Major objective of logistics in all areas is to reduce performance cycle uncertainty
Operational variance is randomly introduced during the cycle through
- the structure of the performance cycle itself
- operating conditions
- the quality of logistical operations
Way to improve performance cycle times
-EDL (electronic Barack interchange) or internet order management and tracking
-RFID or bar coda material tracking
- automated inventory management
- automated order selection and picking
- communication with customer to determine their needs
- communication with supply to determine their capabilities