IMPACT OF ORACLE APPLICATIONS ON WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY: A CASE FOR EFFICIENCY AND CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Keywords:
Oracle Warehouse Management System (WMS), Automotive Parts Distribution, Supply Chain Efficiency, Inventory Management, Customer SatisfactionAbstract
This article examines the transformative impact of Oracle Warehouse Management System (WMS) on the automotive industry, particularly in parts distribution and inventory management. It explores the key challenges the sector faces, including complex inventory management, order fulfillment, and customer satisfaction demands. The article details Oracle WMS's functionalities, such as real-time tracking, intelligent order processing, and advanced analytics, and their role in addressing these challenges. It further analyzes the system's impact on operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and broader societal benefits, including environmental sustainability, economic efficiency, and consumer empowerment. The study highlights significant improvements in inventory accuracy, order processing speed, and cost reduction while also noting the system's contribution to reduced waste, lower carbon emissions, and enhanced market competitiveness.
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