Advances in technology focus their attention on information systems that support logistics activities. Therefore, the use of computers has made it possible to develop ways of storing data, processing and presenting data in a desirable format. This improves performance measurement and identifies opportunities for improvement.
To create an effective system to monitor and control, there is a need to identify the overall aims of the system to reflect the business objectives and operational requirements. Therefore it is essential to be aware of the role of logistics within the context of the organisation’s goals. These aims can be summarised as:
- To enable the achievement of current and future objectives that are related to the logistical objectives;
- To enable the provision of logistics resources;
- To enable the efficient operation of logistics resources;
- To support planning and control of information flows;
- To provide measures of performance.
The video below provides an example of how data technology supports Logistics Management: