Description

Introduction

Apriso MES provides a unified platform to manage materials, inventory movements, and warehouse execution in real time. This course covers the core capabilities of Apriso for optimizing inventory accuracy, automating logistics processes, and enabling lean, synchronized warehouse operations. Participants will explore how Apriso supports end-to-end visibility, traceability, and control from raw material receipt to finished goods shipment.

Prerequisites

Participants should have:

• Basic understanding of Apriso MES platform

• Familiarity with supply chain, logistics, or warehouse operations

• Knowledge of material handling and inventory concepts

• Optional: experience with ERP systems or WMS (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Manhattan)

Table of Contents

1. Overview of Inventory and Logistics in Apriso
    1.1 Apriso’s material and logistics management architecture
    1.2 Role of MES in bridging ERP and shop floor logistics
    1.3 Integration with production, quality, and maintenance

2. Material Master and Inventory Structures
    2.1 Defining items, containers, and storage units
    2.2 Location management: warehouses, zones, and bins
    2.3 Units of measure and container hierarchies

3. Inbound Logistics and Receiving Processes
    3.1 Advanced shipping notices (ASN) and PO matching
    3.2 Dock management and receiving inspections
    3.3 Label printing and material registration

4. Warehouse Execution and Storage Control
    4.1 Put-away strategies and dynamic storage assignments
    4.2 Movement tracking and inventory status updates
    4.3 Real-time inventory visibility and reconciliation

5. Internal Logistics and Material Handling
    5.1 Kitting, staging, and line-side replenishment
    5.2 Consumption tracking and WIP (work-in-progress) flows
    5.3 Integration with production execution

6. Outbound Logistics and Shipping
    6.1 Order picking and shipment preparation
    6.2 Packing, labeling, and documentation
    6.3 Shipment confirmation and ERP updates

7. Inventory Control and Traceability
    7.1 Cycle counting and physical inventory
    7.2 Lot/batch tracking and material genealogy
    7.3 Serialization and compliance requirements

8. KPI Monitoring and Performance Dashboards
    8.1 Inventory accuracy, space utilization, and dwell time
    8.2 Logistics efficiency metrics (picking, packing, receiving)
    8.3 Custom reporting and analytics with Apriso data

9. Real-World Scenarios and Best Practices
    9.1 Cross-docking and just-in-time delivery
    9.2 Warehouse automation and barcode integration
    9.3 Global supply chain visibility and coordination

This course provides practical knowledge to manage inventory, logistics, and warehouse operations using Apriso MES. With real-time tracking, automation, and full integration into the production environment, Apriso enables lean, efficient, and accurate material flows across manufacturing enterprises. By mastering these capabilities, participants will drive measurable improvements in logistics agility and inventory control.