Alert System

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An alert system in logistics, supply chain, and transportation is a software-based solution that proactively generates notifications or warnings to inform users about deviations, potential disruptions, or critical events along the supply chain. Its purpose is to detect issues such as delivery delays, inventory shortages, or transport anomalies early, enabling timely corrective actions.

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