Your Warehouse Management Data Template

Oracle WMS Cloud
Your Warehouse Management Data Template

Your Warehouse Management Data Template

This template provides a clear guide for collecting the necessary data to analyze your warehouse management processes. It outlines the essential attributes and activities you'll need to track, along with practical guidance on how to extract this information from your source system.
  • Recommended attributes to collect
  • Key activities to track for your process
  • Guidance for data extraction
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Warehouse Management Attributes

These are the recommended data fields to include in your event log for comprehensive warehouse management analysis.
5 Required 7 Recommended 10 Optional
Name Description
Activity Name
ActivityName
The name of a specific business event or task that occurred within the warehouse management process, such as 'Goods Picked' or 'Shipment Dispatched'.
Description

The Activity Name describes a single step or milestone in the warehouse order lifecycle. These activities form the sequential nodes in the process map, allowing for the visualization and analysis of the process flow. Each activity is timestamped, providing the basis for performance measurement and bottleneck analysis.

In process mining, this attribute is fundamental for constructing the process model. It is used to analyze activity frequencies, paths, and durations between different steps. Understanding the sequence and occurrence of activities like 'Quality Inspection Performed' or 'Picking Task Created' is key to optimizing resource allocation and improving cycle times.

Why it matters

This attribute defines the steps in the process map, making it possible to visualize, analyze, and optimize the warehouse workflow.

Where to get

This information is typically derived from event logs, task status tables, or transaction records in Oracle WMS Cloud that capture process milestones.

Examples
Goods ArrivedPicking Task CreatedGoods PackedShipment Dispatched
Event Start Time
EventStartTime
The timestamp indicating when a specific warehouse activity or event began.
Description

The Event Start Time is the precise date and time that marks the beginning of an activity. It is the primary temporal attribute used in process mining to order events chronologically and to calculate durations and cycle times. This timestamp is essential for building an accurate representation of the process flow as it happened in reality.

Analysis based on Event Start Time is critical for performance monitoring. It allows for the calculation of key metrics such as the time between activities, the duration of an entire case, and adherence to service level agreements. Dashboards visualizing cycle times, like 'Goods Receipt to Putaway Cycle Time', rely entirely on this attribute to identify delays.

Why it matters

This timestamp is crucial for ordering events correctly and calculating all time-based performance metrics, such as cycle times and bottlenecks.

Where to get

This is typically the creation or start timestamp field associated with a task or event record in Oracle WMS Cloud transaction tables.

Examples
2023-10-26T09:00:00Z2023-10-26T10:30:15Z2023-10-27T11:05:00Z
Warehouse Order
WarehouseOrder
The unique identifier for a warehouse order, which serves as the primary case for tracking all related logistical activities from start to finish.
Description

The Warehouse Order is the central identifier that groups all events and activities related to a single logistical task within the warehouse, such as an inbound receipt or an outbound shipment. It acts as the case identifier for process mining, allowing for the end-to-end analysis of the entire warehouse process lifecycle for that specific order.

Analyzing processes by Warehouse Order enables the visualization of the complete journey, from creation to completion or cancellation. It helps in identifying common process paths, bottlenecks, deviations, and rework loops that affect the efficiency of warehouse operations. This view is critical for understanding the overall performance and adherence to standard procedures for different types of orders.

Why it matters

This is the essential Case ID that connects all related warehouse activities, enabling a complete, end-to-end process view for each logistical order.

Where to get

This identifier is typically found in the header level of warehouse order tables within Oracle WMS Cloud, such as the Orders or Tasks modules.

Examples
WO-0054321ORD-9876543SHIP-2024-1001
Last Data Update
LastDataUpdate
The timestamp indicating when the data for this event was last extracted or refreshed from the source system.
Description

Last Data Update specifies the date and time the data was pulled from Oracle WMS Cloud. This metadata is vital for understanding the freshness of the analysis and ensuring that decisions are based on current information.

For process mining dashboards, this timestamp informs the user about the recency of the displayed data. It helps manage expectations about whether the analysis reflects real-time operations or a historical snapshot, which is critical for operational monitoring.

Why it matters

Indicates the freshness of the data, which is essential for users to understand how current the process analysis is.

Where to get

This timestamp is generated and added during the data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) process.

Examples
2023-11-01T02:00:00Z2023-11-02T02:00:00Z
Source System
SourceSystem
The system from which the warehouse management data was extracted.
Description

This attribute identifies the origin of the data, which in this case is Oracle WMS Cloud. While it may seem static, it is crucial for data governance, traceability, and in scenarios where data from multiple systems is being merged for a broader analysis.

In a process mining context, it helps stakeholders trust the data and understand its context. If different warehouses use different systems, this field becomes essential for segmenting and comparing process performance across them.

Why it matters

It provides crucial context for data origin and governance, ensuring traceability and enabling multi-system analysis.

Where to get

This is typically a static value added during the data transformation process to label the dataset's origin.

Examples
Oracle WMS CloudOracle Fusion WMS
Actual Quantity
ActualQuantity
The actual quantity of items counted or handled during an activity, such as goods receipt or picking.
Description

The Actual Quantity is the physical count of units processed during a warehouse task. This is often recorded during goods receipt, putaway, picking, or cycle counting activities. It represents the ground truth of the inventory movement.

This attribute is critical for the 'Inventory Quantity Discrepancy' dashboard. By comparing the Actual Quantity to the Planned Quantity from the source document, like a purchase order or a shipment order, discrepancies can be immediately identified. Analyzing these differences helps pinpoint sources of inventory inaccuracy, such as supplier errors, receiving mistakes, or picking errors, which is vital for maintaining accurate stock levels.

Why it matters

It is essential for identifying inventory discrepancies by comparing it to the planned quantity, which helps improve stock accuracy.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. This is typically a field in the transaction details or task line item tables.

Examples
10098500
Event End Time
EventEndTime
The timestamp indicating when a specific warehouse activity or event was completed.
Description

The Event End Time marks the precise date and time that an activity concluded. When available, it provides a more accurate measure of an activity's duration compared to inferring it from the start time of the next activity. This is particularly useful for tasks that have a measurable processing time, like 'Packing' or 'Quality Inspection'.

In analysis, having both a start and end time allows for precise calculation of activity processing times. This helps differentiate between the time spent actively working on a task (processing time) and the time spent waiting for the next step to begin (wait time). This distinction is key for resource utilization and efficiency analysis.

Why it matters

Enables the precise calculation of individual activity durations, which helps differentiate active processing time from idle wait time.

Where to get

This is typically the completion or end timestamp field in a task or event record in Oracle WMS Cloud.

Examples
2023-10-26T09:15:00Z2023-10-26T11:00:45Z2023-10-27T11:20:00Z
Priority Level
PriorityLevel
A classification of the warehouse order's urgency, such as 'High', 'Normal', or 'Low'.
Description

The Priority Level is a business-defined attribute that indicates the urgency of a warehouse order. High-priority orders, such as express shipments or stock replenishments for critical shortages, often need to follow a faster process path and require immediate attention from resources.

This attribute is essential for the 'Priority Order Fulfillment Performance' dashboard. By filtering and comparing processes based on Priority Level, managers can assess whether high-priority orders are truly being expedited and meeting their stricter SLAs. It helps ensure that resources are allocated effectively to meet the most critical business needs.

Why it matters

It allows for analysis of whether urgent orders are processed faster than standard ones, ensuring critical SLAs are met.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. This is typically a field in the order header data.

Examples
HighNormalLow
Requested Completion Date
RequestedCompletionDate
The target date by which the warehouse order is expected to be completed or shipped.
Description

The Requested Completion Date represents the service level agreement (SLA) or customer-expected deadline for the order. This date is the benchmark against which the actual completion time of the order is measured to determine if it was on-time, early, or late.

This attribute is fundamental for performance monitoring dashboards like 'Warehouse Order SLA Adherence' and calculating KPIs such as 'On-Time Shipment Compliance'. By comparing the actual dispatch timestamp with this requested date, businesses can measure their service level performance, identify the root causes of delays, and prioritize orders that are at risk of missing their deadlines.

Why it matters

This is the primary attribute for measuring on-time performance and SLA compliance, which directly impacts customer satisfaction.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. This is typically part of the order header data, often derived from a sales order or purchase order.

Examples
2023-10-28T17:00:00Z2023-11-05T23:59:59Z2023-11-15T12:00:00Z
SLA State
SLAState
A calculated status indicating whether the warehouse order was completed on-time, late, or is at risk, based on the Requested Completion Date.
Description

SLA State is a derived attribute that provides an immediate classification of an order's performance against its deadline. It is calculated by comparing the timestamp of the completion activity (e.g., 'Shipment Dispatched') with the 'RequestedCompletionDate'. The state can be categorized as 'On Time', 'Late', or potentially 'At Risk' for open orders nearing their deadline.

This attribute is purpose-built for the 'Warehouse Order SLA Adherence' dashboard. It simplifies complex date comparisons into an easy-to-understand status, allowing for quick visual assessment of performance. Analysts can use this to filter for all late orders and perform a root cause analysis on why they missed their service level agreement.

Why it matters

Provides a simple, at-a-glance status of SLA compliance, making it easy to track and analyze on-time performance.

Where to get

This is calculated by comparing the final activity's timestamp against the RequestedCompletionDate.

Examples
On TimeLateAt Risk
User/Operator ID
UserOperatorId
The identifier for the user, operator, or employee who performed the warehouse activity.
Description

This attribute identifies the person responsible for executing a specific task, such as picking, packing, or putting away goods. It is a critical dimension for analyzing human resource performance, workload distribution, and adherence to standard operating procedures.

Analyzing the process by User/Operator ID helps in identifying top-performing employees, those who may require additional training, and imbalances in workload across the team. It is essential for the 'Resource Utilization by Activity' dashboard to understand how different users contribute to overall process efficiency and where bottlenecks might be related to specific user actions.

Why it matters

This attribute is key for analyzing workforce performance, identifying training needs, and ensuring equitable workload distribution.

Where to get

This is usually found in transaction or task tables, often linked to the user logged into the system or handheld device when the action was performed.

Examples
JSMITHBJOHNSONUSER123
Warehouse Order Type
WarehouseOrderType
Categorizes the warehouse order, for example, as an inbound receipt, outbound shipment, or internal transfer.
Description

The Warehouse Order Type provides essential context about the purpose of the order. Common types include customer shipments, purchase order receipts, stock transfers between facilities, or returns. This categorization is fundamental for segmenting process analysis and comparing performance across different workflows.

In process mining, filtering by order type allows for the creation of distinct process maps for inbound and outbound flows, which often have very different steps and performance targets. For instance, the KPIs for an outbound shipment are focused on speed and customer delivery, while those for an inbound receipt are focused on inventory availability and accuracy. This attribute is crucial for the 'Picking & Packing Throughput' dashboard to compare different fulfillment processes.

Why it matters

It allows for the segmentation of analysis into distinct processes like inbound, outbound, or internal, which have different goals and workflows.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. This is typically available in the warehouse order header data.

Examples
Outbound ShipmentInbound ReceiptInternal TransferCustomer Return
Carrier
Carrier
The shipping carrier or transportation provider assigned to handle the outbound shipment.
Description

The Carrier attribute identifies the logistics partner responsible for transporting the goods from the warehouse to the final destination. This could be a commercial carrier like FedEx or UPS, a freight company, or an internal fleet.

This information is used in the 'Shipment Dispatch Cycle Time' dashboard to analyze and compare the performance of different carriers. By segmenting the time from 'Staged For Shipment' to 'Shipment Dispatched' by carrier, the business can identify which partners are more efficient, which ones cause delays, and use this data for contract negotiations and carrier selection.

Why it matters

Enables performance comparison between different shipping carriers, helping to optimize outbound logistics and reduce dispatch delays.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. This is typically stored in the shipment or load information related to the warehouse order.

Examples
FedExUPSDHLXPO Logistics
Equipment Used
EquipmentUsed
The identifier for the equipment, such as a forklift or handheld scanner, used to perform a warehouse activity.
Description

This attribute specifies the physical asset or equipment utilized during a warehouse task. Tracking equipment usage provides another layer for resource analysis, complementing the view of human operator performance. It can help in understanding equipment utilization rates, identifying maintenance needs, and optimizing the allocation of machinery.

For the 'Resource Utilization by Activity' dashboard, analyzing data by Equipment Used is crucial. It can reveal if certain types of equipment are bottlenecks or if there are opportunities to improve task allocation based on equipment availability and efficiency. For example, it might show that a specific forklift model is consistently slower for putaway tasks, prompting an investigation.

Why it matters

This enables analysis of equipment utilization and efficiency, helping to identify asset-related bottlenecks and optimize resource allocation.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. This may be logged in task execution records, especially if operators log in to specific equipment.

Examples
FORKLIFT-05SCANNER-A12CART-27
Is Rework
IsRework
A boolean flag that indicates if an activity is a repetition of a previous step within the same case, signaling rework or a process loop.
Description

Is Rework is a calculated flag that identifies when a process deviates from a linear flow and repeats an activity. For example, if a 'Goods Picked' activity is followed by another 'Goods Picked' activity for the same order, the second instance would be flagged as rework. This often indicates a problem, such as a picking error that needed correction.

This attribute is essential for the 'Process Deviation & Rework Analysis' dashboard and the 'Warehouse Rework Rate' KPI. By flagging these events, the analysis can quantify the frequency and impact of rework. Identifying the activities most prone to rework helps pinpoint process weaknesses, quality issues, or training gaps that lead to inefficiency and increased operational costs.

Why it matters

This flag directly identifies process inefficiencies and loops, helping to quantify the cost and frequency of rework.

Where to get

This is calculated within the process mining tool by detecting repeated sequences of activities for the same CaseId.

Examples
truefalse
Location Identifier
LocationIdentifier
The specific physical location within the warehouse where an activity occurred, such as a bin, dock door, or staging area.
Description

The Location Identifier specifies the exact place within the warehouse associated with an event. This could be a receiving dock for 'Goods Arrived', a storage bin for 'Goods Put Away', a packing station for 'Goods Packed', or a staging lane for 'Staged For Shipment'.

This attribute adds a spatial dimension to the process analysis. It can help identify bottlenecks tied to specific physical areas of the warehouse. For example, analysis might reveal that a particular aisle is consistently slow for picking, or that a specific dock door is a chokepoint for receiving. This insight can inform decisions about warehouse layout, resource allocation, and process design.

Why it matters

Adds a physical dimension to the analysis, helping to identify bottlenecks related to specific warehouse zones, aisles, or bins.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. This information is typically recorded in task-level details.

Examples
A-01-03-BDOCK-04PACK-STN-02STAGE-LANE-5
Planned Quantity
PlannedQuantity
The expected quantity of items for an activity, based on the source document like a purchase or sales order.
Description

The Planned Quantity is the expected number of units for a given task, as specified by the originating document. For an inbound receipt, this would be the quantity on the purchase order. For an outbound shipment, it would be the quantity on the sales order.

This attribute serves as the baseline for comparison against the Actual Quantity. The 'Inventory Data Discrepancy Rate' KPI is calculated based on deviations between planned and actual amounts. Analyzing these variances is crucial for supply chain and inventory management to address issues with suppliers, internal processes, or data entry errors.

Why it matters

Serves as the baseline to measure inventory accuracy and identify discrepancies during receiving or picking processes.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. This is usually found on the order line item associated with the warehouse task.

Examples
100100500
Processing Time
ProcessingTime
The duration of time spent actively performing a warehouse activity.
Description

Processing Time is a calculated metric that measures the time elapsed between the start and end of an activity. It represents the actual 'touch time' or work duration for a task, as opposed to the waiting time between tasks. It is typically calculated as EventEndTime minus EventStartTime.

This metric is fundamental for efficiency analysis and is a key component of the 'Resource Utilization by Activity' dashboard. By isolating the time spent actively working, managers can identify which specific tasks are the most time-consuming and where there are opportunities for process improvement or automation. It helps answer questions like 'How long does it actually take to pack an order?'

Why it matters

This calculated metric measures the active work duration of a task, helping to pinpoint time-consuming activities and analyze resource efficiency.

Where to get

This is calculated from EventStartTime and EventEndTime. (ProcessingTime = EventEndTime - EventStartTime).

Examples
15 minutes45 seconds1 hour 5 minutes
Product SKU
ProductSKU
The Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) or identifier for the product being handled in the warehouse order.
Description

The Product SKU is the unique code that identifies a specific product or item. Warehouse orders often contain one or more products, and this attribute allows for analysis to be segmented by the items being processed.

Analyzing the process by Product SKU can reveal how different products affect warehouse efficiency. For example, bulky or fragile items may have longer handling times, while fast-moving products might follow a more optimized process path. This information is valuable for slotting strategies, where products are placed in the warehouse to optimize picking and putaway travel times, and for understanding how product characteristics impact overall throughput.

Why it matters

Allows for analysis based on product characteristics, which can impact handling times and process flows, informing slotting and storage strategies.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. This is found at the order line item or task detail level.

Examples
SKU-100-RED-LGPROD-54321HW-CMP-001A
Reason Code
ReasonCode
A code or description that explains the reason for a specific event, such as an inventory adjustment, a return, or a deviation.
Description

A Reason Code provides context for non-standard events or exceptions within the process. For example, if an 'Inventory Adjusted' activity occurs, the reason code might specify 'Damaged Goods', 'Cycle Count Adjustment', or 'Expired Stock'. This is crucial for root cause analysis of process deviations.

In process mining, reason codes are invaluable for understanding why exceptions happen. Analyzing the frequency and impact of different reason codes can help identify systemic issues. For instance, a high frequency of 'Damaged Goods' adjustments might trigger a review of handling procedures, while frequent 'Picking Error' codes would point to a need for better training or system checks for pickers.

Why it matters

Provides critical context for exceptions and deviations, enabling root cause analysis of issues like inventory adjustments or delays.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. These codes are typically entered during exception handling transactions.

Examples
DMG - Damaged in transitQTY_MISMATCH - Supplier ShortageWRONG_ITEM_PICKED
Shipment ID
ShipmentId
The unique identifier for the shipment that groups one or more warehouse orders being transported together.
Description

The Shipment ID is a higher-level identifier that can consolidate multiple warehouse orders into a single logistical unit for transportation. For example, several small orders going to the same destination might be grouped into one shipment on the same truck.

While the Warehouse Order is the case ID for this analysis, the Shipment ID provides an additional dimension for analyzing outbound logistics. It allows for performance to be assessed at the shipment level, such as the total time to consolidate all orders for a shipment. It can also be used to trace issues that affect an entire shipment rather than just a single order.

Why it matters

Groups multiple orders into a single transport unit, allowing for analysis of consolidation efficiency and shipment-level performance.

Where to get

Consult Oracle WMS Cloud documentation. This is typically found in shipment or load management modules.

Examples
SHP-98765LOAD-A543BOL-123456
Warehouse Order Status
WarehouseOrderStatus
The current or final status of the warehouse order, such as 'Completed' or 'Cancelled'.
Description

This attribute indicates the outcome or the final state of a warehouse order. It helps differentiate between orders that were successfully processed and those that were cancelled or are still in progress. This is a key dimension for filtering cases to analyze only completed processes or to investigate the reasons for cancellations.

Analyzing cases based on their final status is important for understanding process variations and outcomes. For example, comparing the process flows of 'Completed' versus 'Cancelled' orders can reveal at which stage cancellations typically occur, providing insights into potential issues with inventory, customer requests, or system errors. It's also used to calculate throughput KPIs like 'Daily Warehouse Throughput'.

Why it matters

It defines the outcome of a case, enabling analysis to focus on successfully completed orders or to investigate exceptions like cancellations.

Where to get

This is typically the status field on the warehouse order header record in Oracle WMS Cloud.

Examples
CompletedIn ProgressCancelledOn Hold
Required Recommended Optional

Warehouse Management Activities

These are the key process steps and milestones to capture in your event log for accurate process discovery.
7 Recommended 9 Optional
Activity Description
Goods Packed
Represents the completion of the packing process for a shipping container or an entire order. The operator confirms that all items are packed, and the container is sealed and labeled for shipment.
Why it matters

This milestone marks the end of the value-adding activities inside the warehouse for an order. The time from picking to packing completion is a key indicator of internal fulfillment speed.

Where to get

This is typically an explicit transaction, such as 'Close Container' or 'Finish Pack'. The completion timestamp is recorded in the packing or outbound order transaction history.

Capture

Captured from the completion timestamp of the final packing transaction for the order.

Event type explicit
Goods Picked
This activity indicates that an operator has physically retrieved the items from their storage locations and confirmed the pick in the system. The goods are now ready to be moved to the packing or staging area.
Why it matters

This is a major milestone in the order fulfillment process. Analyzing picking times helps identify bottlenecks caused by warehouse layout, picking strategies, or operator performance.

Where to get

This is captured from the completion timestamp of the picking task in the task history or transaction logs. The confirmation scan by the operator finalizes the transaction.

Capture

Based on the completion timestamp of the picking task transaction.

Event type explicit
Goods Put Away
This activity signifies the successful completion of the putaway process. An operator has physically moved the goods to the storage bin and confirmed the action in the system, making the inventory available for use.
Why it matters

This is a key milestone that marks the end of the inbound process. It is critical for calculating the total 'Goods Receipt to Storage Time' KPI and analyzing putaway efficiency.

Where to get

This is captured when an operator confirms the putaway task, creating a transaction record with a completion timestamp. It is usually found in the task history or inventory transaction logs.

Capture

Based on the completion timestamp of the putaway task transaction.

Event type explicit
Goods Received
This activity indicates that the goods have been unloaded, scanned, and formally accepted into the warehouse's accountability. It is a transactional event where quantities are confirmed against the inbound delivery document.
Why it matters

This is a critical milestone that marks the official receipt of inventory. The time taken to complete this activity directly impacts how quickly stock becomes available for putaway and fulfillment.

Where to get

This is captured from the receiving transaction logs in Oracle WMS Cloud. Each scan or confirmation of an item receipt generates a transactional record with a timestamp.

Capture

Based on the completion timestamp of the 'Receive ASN' or similar receiving transactions.

Event type explicit
Inbound Delivery Created
This activity marks the creation of an Advanced Shipment Notification (ASN) or inbound delivery record in Oracle WMS Cloud. It signifies the start of the inbound process, representing the formal notification that goods are expected to arrive at the warehouse.
Why it matters

This is the primary start event for the inbound warehouse process. Analyzing the time from this point to actual goods receipt helps measure supplier reliability and planning accuracy.

Where to get

This event is typically captured from the transaction history of Inbound Shipment or ASN objects. It corresponds to the creation timestamp of the document.

Capture

Captured from the creation event of the Inbound Shipment or ASN record.

Event type explicit
Shipment Dispatched
This activity marks the final step where the loaded truck is dispatched and departs from the warehouse. This transaction financially and physically closes the outbound order in the WMS.
Why it matters

This is the final outbound milestone and a critical KPI data point for on-time shipment compliance. It signifies the handover of goods to the carrier and the end of warehouse responsibility.

Where to get

This is a key explicit transaction in Oracle WMS Cloud, often called 'Ship Confirm' or 'Dispatch Load'. It is recorded against the Outbound Load or Shipment record with a precise timestamp.

Capture

Captured from the 'Ship Confirm' or 'Dispatch Load' transaction timestamp.

Event type explicit
Warehouse Order Completed
This represents the final closure of the warehouse order itself, which may occur at the time of shipment dispatch or slightly after, once all system updates are finalized. This is the successful end event for the process.
Why it matters

This activity defines the end of the end-to-end warehouse process lifecycle. It is essential for calculating the total cycle time and throughput of the entire warehouse operation.

Where to get

This event is typically inferred from the final status change of the warehouse order object to 'Completed' or 'Closed'. The timestamp of this final status update is used.

Capture

Inferred from the status change of the warehouse order to its terminal success state.

Event type inferred
Goods Arrived
Represents the physical arrival of the truck or carrier at the warehouse dock and the official check-in process. This is often recorded before the unloading and detailed receiving of individual items begins.
Why it matters

This milestone helps differentiate between carrier transit time and the warehouse's internal processing time. It is crucial for analyzing dock-door utilization and potential bottlenecks at the receiving area.

Where to get

This is often captured as a status update on the Inbound Shipment or ASN record, triggered by a dock agent scanning the delivery paperwork or manually updating the system.

Capture

Logged as a status change event, for example 'Arrived at Check-In', on the Inbound Shipment.

Event type explicit
Inventory Adjusted
Represents a manual or systematic adjustment to the quantity of an item in a specific location. This can occur due to cycle counting, damage, or correction of receiving discrepancies.
Why it matters

This activity is crucial for identifying process failures that lead to inventory inaccuracies. Analyzing the frequency and magnitude of adjustments helps pinpoint issues in receiving, picking, or storage.

Where to get

This is captured from specific inventory adjustment transaction logs within Oracle WMS Cloud. These logs detail the item, location, quantity change, reason code, and timestamp.

Capture

Captured directly from inventory adjustment transaction records.

Event type explicit
Loading Started
This event represents the start of the physical loading process, where packed goods are moved from the staging area onto the carrier's truck. This is often initiated by a 'Start Load' transaction.
Why it matters

This activity provides visibility into the efficiency of the loading process itself. It helps separate staging wait time from the active time spent loading a truck.

Where to get

This is typically an explicit transaction linked to an Outbound Load record in Oracle WMS Cloud. The user performs a 'Start Load' action which is timestamped.

Capture

Captured from the 'Start Load' transaction associated with a specific outbound carrier load.

Event type explicit
Packing Started
This activity signifies that picked goods have arrived at a packing station and an operator has started the packing process. This is often an explicit scan that associates the items with a packing container.
Why it matters

Tracking this activity helps isolate the packing sub-process from picking and staging. It allows for detailed analysis of packing station efficiency and throughput.

Where to get

This may be an explicit transaction, or it could be inferred from the creation of a packing container (LPN) and the first item being scanned into it. It is found in packing or shipping transaction logs.

Capture

Captured from the 'Start Pack' transaction or the timestamp of the first item packed into a container.

Event type explicit
Picking Task Created
This event occurs when the system generates a picking task for an operator to retrieve items from storage to fulfill an outbound order. It marks the beginning of the order fulfillment cycle within the warehouse.
Why it matters

This is the trigger for the outbound picking process. The time from this event to picking completion is a key measure of order fulfillment efficiency and resource responsiveness.

Where to get

This event is recorded in the warehouse task management tables. The creation timestamp of the picking task record is used as the activity time.

Capture

Captured from the creation timestamp of the system-generated picking task.

Event type explicit
Putaway Task Created
This event marks the system's generation of a task for a warehouse operator to move received goods from the receiving dock to a designated storage location. This is the starting point for the putaway sub-process.
Why it matters

This activity initiates the putaway cycle. Analyzing the time between task creation and actual putaway completion helps assess system efficiency and operator response time.

Where to get

This is typically an explicit event recorded in the warehouse task or transaction tables. The creation timestamp of the putaway task record serves as the event time.

Capture

Captured from the creation timestamp of the system-generated putaway task.

Event type explicit
Quality Inspection Performed
Represents the completion of a quality control check on the received goods. This may be a standard step for certain materials or suppliers, or it could be triggered on an ad-hoc basis.
Why it matters

Tracking the duration and frequency of quality inspections is essential for identifying delays in the inbound process. It helps measure the time goods are held in a quality assurance status before being available.

Where to get

This event is likely inferred from status changes on the inventory record, moving from a 'QA Hold' status to an 'Available' or 'Putaway' status. There may also be explicit transaction logs from a quality module.

Capture

Inferred from inventory status changes or completion of a QA transaction linked to the received goods.

Event type inferred
Staged For Shipment
This activity indicates that the packed containers have been moved from the packing station to a designated shipment staging area. The order is now complete and awaiting loading onto a carrier.
Why it matters

This marks the transition from processing to the final dispatch stage. The time goods spend in staging can highlight delays in carrier arrival or dock scheduling.

Where to get

This is usually captured via a location move transaction, where the packed container's location is updated to a staging lane. The timestamp of this move transaction marks the event.

Capture

Captured from the inventory move transaction that relocates the packed LPN to a staging location.

Event type explicit
Warehouse Order Cancelled
Represents the cancellation of a warehouse order before its completion. This is an alternative, unsuccessful end state for the process.
Why it matters

Tracking cancellations is important for understanding demand changes, data entry errors, or other issues causing orders to be aborted. It helps identify sources of process waste.

Where to get

This event is inferred from the warehouse order's status changing to 'Cancelled' or a similar terminal state. The timestamp of this status update is used.

Capture

Inferred from the status change of the warehouse order to a 'Cancelled' state.

Event type inferred
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