Logistics Types
Logistics Execution > Setup > Logistics Types
Logistics types are used to define all resources necessary for the operation.
Similar to attributes, logistics types are fully customizable within the framework of the predefined logistics types categories, which come standard in the program.
Header Section
| FIELD | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| Logistics Type | Names the object. |
| Description | Describes the logistics type. |
| Logistics Type Category | Indicates the category type:
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Physical Dimensions Section
Displays physical dimensions if the logistics type category selected is Asset.
Attributes Section
Any number of attributes may be applied to a given logistics type. Within this section, there are several additional fields to enhance configuration and maintain visibility.
| FIELD | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| Attribute ID | Names the attribute. |
| Description | Describes the attribute. |
| Origin | Indicates where the attribute was inherited from (e.g., parent type). |
| Has Default Value? | If this checkbox is selected, each logistics type entity inherits a default value for the attribute. |
| Value Editable? | If this checkbox is selected, any logistics type entity can adjust the attribute value. If this checkbox is cleared, the default logistics type value is permanent. |
| Value | Displays the default value of the Attribute ID field. |
Child Logistics Type
Create a child logistics type to automatically ascribe physical dimensions, attributes, and constraints from the parent type.
Example
If an International Lonestar Sleeper Cab has a hierarchy of Asset > Tractor > Sleeper Cab > Lonestar, the Lonestar logistics type inherits the basic dimension and attributes of Asset, Tractor, and Sleeper Cab.
Although a child type inherits the dimensions and attributes from its parent, these values can be adjusted at the most specific (lowest) level without compromising any of the associated parent types.
This allows you to maintain default values while still offering infinite customization and granularity among objects.
Constraints Section
Displays criteria that are assigned to the activity master.
The Constraint Restriction field controls whether validation fails (Prevent) or a warning is issued (Warn).
These constraints are checked during activity validation.
Collection Data Types Section
Allows you to attach collection data types to the logistics type.
Assets Section
Displays assets if the logistics type category selected is Asset.
