Purchasing and Sourcing
The company finds vendors that provide the goods it needs, negotiates a price and buys the materials.

Recording and Receipts
The company records the purchase order and receives a receipt once it makes payment.

Notification
When the supplier ships the materials, it electronically notifies the company and provides tracking information for the shipment.

Load Arrival
The goods arrive at the company’s facility, pulling into the dock assigned by the business.

Receiving
Workers unload the incoming supplies, scan barcodes to count and identify the product. They verify the quantity and condition against the purchase order and confirm acceptance. Goods then move to their next location—manufacturing inventory at a factory, putaway at a warehouse or a staging point for cross-docking.

Reverse Logistics
The receiving team handles products sent back from customers for returns and repair.