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- Geofencing in LogisticsThe use of GPS or cellular location data to set a virtual boundary around a site, route segment, or region. When a truck or asset crosses the boundary, the system records the event and can trigger actions such as arrival and departure timestamps, status updates to transportation or warehouse management systems, driver notifications, gate access control, and proof of service logs. Common applications include route adherence, yard and dock scheduling, detention time tracking, security alerts, and customer ETA updates. Geofence event data supports audits and performance metrics such as on time delivery and dwell time.
- Global FulfillmentThe coordination of warehousing, order processing, and delivery across multiple countries. It covers inventory placement in regional facilities, order routing to the nearest site, cross border shipping, customs documentation with HS codes, and duty and tax calculation using DDP or DAP terms. Related tasks include selecting local carriers, meeting country specific labeling and data requirements, validating international addresses, screening restricted goods, and handling returns across borders.
- Goods HandlingThe organized movement, storage, and preparation of goods within warehouses and transport hubs. It covers unloading and receiving, putaway, internal transfer, picking, packing, loading, and dispatch, with inspection, labeling, and documentation at each step. Work follows handling instructions and legal rules for weight, packaging, hazardous materials, and product identification, using equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, conveyors, and barcode or RFID scanning.
- Green LogisticsThe planning and operation of transportation, warehousing, and distribution to reduce environmental impact. It includes measuring and managing fuel use and emissions, selecting lower impact modes and routes, running energy efficient facilities, using reusable or recyclable packaging, handling waste and returns responsibly, and meeting environmental regulations and reporting requirements.
- Gross WeightThe total weight of a shipment, including the goods and all packaging and handling units such as inner packs, cartons, pallets, crates, and dunnage. It equals net weight plus tare weight. Carriers and customs record gross weight on shipping documents to apply weight limits and calculate charges.
- Ground ShippingThe movement of parcels or freight over land by truck or rail through parcel, less than truckload, and full truckload networks. Carriers quote time in business days and operate on scheduled routes. Pricing reflects weight, dimensions, distance, and service level, with dimensional weight used for many parcel shipments and class or density used for LTL. Cross border moves require customs documentation.