"ASN" stands for "Advanced Shipping Notice" and refers to a pre-transmitted shipping notification. It is an electronic message sent by a supplier to a recipient to inform them about upcoming deliveries of products or goods. This notification contains detailed information about the shipment, such as the delivery date, shipping address, quantity and type of items being delivered, and other relevant information.
Typical functions of software in the "ASN (Advanced Shipping Notice)" domain include:
ASN creation: The software allows suppliers to create ASN for upcoming deliveries and send them to recipients.
Detailed information: The software captures and transmits detailed information about the shipment, including item numbers, quantities, weights, sizes, and packaging information.
Automation: The software automates the process of creating and transmitting ASN to increase efficiency and minimize human errors.
Integration with other systems: The software seamlessly integrates with other systems such as warehouse management systems, inventory management systems, and ERP systems to ensure smooth information exchange.
Notifications and status updates: The software provides features to notify recipients about the status of the delivery, including shipping confirmations, delivery delays, or changes in delivery details.
Compliance: The software supports compliance with legal requirements and industry-specific standards related to the transmission of ASN, such as EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) standards.