Logistics management information systems
In the beginning of the cycle, managers gather information about each activity in the system and analyze that information to make decisions and coordinate future actions.
Other activities at the heart of the logistics cycle
Other activities help drive or support the logistics cycle; they are the heart of a well-functioning logistics system. These activities include.
Organization and staffing. A logistics system can only work if well-trained, efficient staff monitor stock levels, place orders, and provide products to clients. Health programs assign the appropriate resources to staff (for example, supervision authority and technical knowledge) to complete logistics activities. In fact, some countries have established national logistics management units that analyze logistics data and provide feedback throughout the system. Organization and staffing, therefore, are important parts of the cycle. For a logistics system to work correctly, logistics staff must make the six rights a top priority.