Glossary

Temporary storage of goods between different process steps. Precise dimension measurement helps to optimize the use of temporary storage space..

Object with known, precisely defined dimensions that is used to calibrate and check dimensional measuring systems.

A transport management system (TMS) is a software solution that helps companies efficiently plan, execute, and optimize their transport logistics. It serves as a central platform for managing transport processes, both for incoming (inbound) and outgoing (outbound) deliveries.

Transport routes can be by land via rail or road, by water or by air. Goods, people or data are transported.

Transport costs are all expenses incurred in the transportation of goods or persons.

In a sorting center, the final distribution between long-distance and local delivery usually takes place.