GlossaryEN1 min readUpdated: Jun 8, 2026
goods flow
The goods flow begins with warehouse receipt inspection and continues through picking, dispatch, and final delivery to the customer.
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The goods flow begins with warehouse receipt inspection and continues through picking, dispatch, and final delivery to the customer. It encompasses all physical and information processes that goods traverse in the logistics chain – from procurement source to end-customer delivery. Efficient goods flow is essential for minimizing inventory holding costs, maintaining delivery capability, and meeting customer expectations.
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