What is group logistics company in SAP TM - Transportation Management?

SAP Term: group logistics company

• Component: TM

• Component Name: Transportation Management

• Description: An organizational unit in an enterprise that provides transportation services to other internal companies. The business role of the group logistics company is determined by the extent to which it provides transportation services to other internal companies. The group logistics company can have one of the following business roles: Consolidator of internal logistics requirements and payer of an external carrier for providing transportation services. However, in this role, providing transportation services is not the core business role of the group logistics company. For example, the core business role of the group logistics company can be in manufacturing, and it can offer transportation services as a secondary role. Dedicated provider of transportation services to other internal companies, with no other secondary role.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A group logistics company is a type of organization that provides transportation services to multiple companies within a group. It is a type of third-party logistics provider (3PL) that specializes in managing the transportation needs of a group of companies. In SAP Transportation Management (TM), a group logistics company is used to manage the transportation needs of multiple companies within a group. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, a group logistics company can be used to manage the transportation needs of multiple companies within a group. This includes managing the transportation of goods, tracking shipments, and providing customer service. The group logistics company can also be used to manage the financial aspects of the transportation process, such as invoicing and payment processing. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up a group logistics company in SAP TM, it is important to ensure that all necessary information is provided. This includes contact information for the company, as well as details about the services they provide. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded into SAP TM, such as contracts and invoices. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information about setting up a group logistics company in SAP TM, please refer to the official SAP documentation. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed instructions on how to set up and use a group logistics company in SAP TM.