A logistics system manages the movement, storage, and flow of information from suppliers → warehouses → customers.

Here’s the streamlined process:

1. Order Creation & Planning
Customer places an order (online/retail/B2B).
OMS/ERP checks stock and selects the best warehouse.
Order details are sent to the Warehouse Management System (WMS).

2. Inbound Logistics (Receiving Goods)
Supplier sends goods to the warehouse.
Items are scanned using barcode/RFID.
WMS performs quality check and updates inventory.

3. Storage & Inventory Control
WMS assigns the best storage location.
Items are stored in racks/shelves/bins.
System tracks stock in real time and triggers replenishment when needed.

4. Order Fulfillment (Picking & Packing)
Picking:
WMS creates a pick list.
Workers/robots pick items using optimized routes.

Packing:
Items are verified, packed, labeled, and weighed.
Package details are sent to the TMS.

5. Outbound Logistics & Shipping
TMS selects the best carrier based on cost and speed.
Shipping labels and manifests are generated.
Packages are loaded on trucks and dispatched.

6. Transportation & Delivery
GPS/IoT devices track the shipment in real time.
Goods travel through hubs or directly to the customer.
Customer receives delivery updates.

7. Last-Mile Delivery
Driver app optimizes route.
Customer receives the order and signs digitally (POD).

8. Reverse Logistics (Returns)
Customer initiates a return.
Item is inspected, restocked, refurbished, or scrapped.

🔧 Core Systems in Logistics
ERP: Finance, procurement, master data
WMS: Warehouse operations
TMS: Transport planning & tracking
OMS: Order routing
IoT/RFID: Real-time tracking

📍 Quick Summary
Logistics System = Receive ➝ Store ➝ Pick ➝ Pack ➝ Ship ➝ Deliver ➝ Return,
all supported by WMS, TMS, ERP, and automation technologies.