Jul 18, 2019 6:47 PM
Replying to Samuel Vaddi
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I don't have a prescriptive plan, but here are some pointers...
Assumption: You are integrating with a 3PL service provider
From an IT standpoint, I think you would focus on all the data exchanges for your business processes with the 3PL. I will use the SAP business model...
1. Procure to Pay: Which transactions and formats are needed? Does your 3PL need to be involved in your PO process (maybe you CC the 3PL on the PO you send to your supplier)? When the stuff shows up at the 3PL, do they expect ASN? And after that what do they send you to confirm receipt of goods from your supplier?
2. Order to Cash: How are orders sent to 3PL? How do they send you confirmation when orders are shipped? Are there proof of delivery requirements? Integration with 3PL's shippers/transportation providers?
3. SKU/part setups
4. Reporting
5. Billing/Invoicing
