Glossary

Discover key terms related to order fulfillment, warehouse metrics, Amazon fulfillment and more. Enhance your understanding with our comprehensive glossary, designed to simplify complex concepts and improve your logistics knowledge.

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Kitting
Kitting is the process of combining multiple SKUs into a single ‘kit’ for sale as one unit
Non-stock Inventory
Non-stock Inventory refers to items that are not regularly stocked but are ordered as needed
All Risk Cargo Insurance
All-Risk Cargo Insurance typically covers physical loss or damage from any external cause
Drop Shipping
Drop shipping is a retail fulfillment method where a store doesn't keep the products it sells in stock
Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC)
SSCC is an 18-digit numerical identifier used in the electronic tracking and management of shipping units
Delivery Order
A crucial document in the supply chain and logistics industry, signifying an authorization to release cargo from a carrier to a designated party
Backhaul
Backhaul refers to the process of transporting goods on the return journey of a vehicle that has completed its primary freight task
Drayage
Drayage is a specialized logistics service within the shipping industry, focused on transporting goods over short distances
CNF (Cost and Freight)
CNF is a common term used in international trade to denote a shipping agreement where the seller is responsible for the cost of transporting goods
Reefer Trucking
Reefer Trucking refers to the transportation of freight that requires temperature-controlled conditions
Flat Rate Shipping
Flat Rate Shipping is a straightforward pricing method in logistics where a single fixed fee is charged for shipping a package
Unit Load Device
It refers to a pallet or container used in the airline industry to consolidate and transport cargo in an efficient and secure manner
Green Logistics
It refers to the concerted effort within the logistics and supply chain management sectors to minimize the environmental impact of their operations
Average Order Value (AOV)
AOV is a critical metric in e-commerce and retail analytics that represents the average amount of money each customer spends per transaction
White Label Shipping
A fulfillment model where products are shipped by a manufacturer or third-party provider under the branding of the retailer or marketer
Unit Load
Unit Load is a method of assembling various goods into a single, well-secured, and manageable load, typically for handling and transportation purposes
Hitchment
It refers to the practice of combining multiple shipments, often from different suppliers, into one consolidated load for transportation
A-To-Z Guarantee
This guarantee assures customers that their purchase will meet their expectations in terms of product quality and delivery
Last Mile Delivery
Last Mile Delivery is the final step in the delivery process where goods are transported from a transportation hub to the final delivery destination
Infinite Capacity Scheduling
It is a concept in manufacturing and production planning that assumes there is no limit to the capacity available for production
Merge In Transit
Merge in Transit is a sophisticated logistics strategy where products from different origins are consolidated en route to the customer
Inventory Allocation
It is a critical aspect of inventory management, involving the strategic distribution or assignment of available stock to fulfill orders
Parcel Locker
Parcel locker is an automated, secure storage unit designed to facilitate the efficient handling of parcel deliveries and pickups
Ecommerce Arbitrage
It is a business practice involving buying products from one marketplace and reselling them in another at a higher price to profit
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