# Logistics Module Documentation ## Overview The Logistics Module provides comprehensive logistics management for Malaysian businesses, including shipment tracking, vehicle management, route optimization, and delivery scheduling with Malaysian logistics compliance. ## Features ### Core Features - **Shipment Management**: Complete shipment tracking and status updates - **Vehicle Management**: Fleet tracking and maintenance scheduling - **Route Optimization**: Intelligent route planning and optimization - **Driver Management**: Driver profiles and performance tracking - **Delivery Scheduling**: Automated delivery appointment systems - **Real-time Tracking**: GPS-based location tracking and monitoring ### Malaysian Logistics Features - **PUSPAKOM Integration**: Malaysian vehicle inspection compliance - **Malaysian Registration**: Vehicle registration plate validation - **Toll Integration**: Malaysian highway toll calculation - **Local Delivery Networks**: Malaysian postal code and address system - **Weather Integration**: Malaysian weather considerations for routing ## Architecture ### Models - **Shipment**: Shipment details and tracking information - **Vehicle**: Fleet management and maintenance records - **Driver**: Driver profiles and certification management - **Route**: Route planning and optimization data - **Schedule**: Delivery scheduling and assignment - **Maintenance**: Vehicle maintenance and service records ### Services - **ShipmentService**: Shipment processing and tracking - **VehicleService**: Fleet management and maintenance - **DriverService**: Driver management and compliance - **RouteService**: Route optimization and planning - **ScheduleService**: Delivery scheduling and assignment - **TrackingService**: Real-time location tracking ### API Endpoints - `/api/v1/logistics/shipments/` - Shipment management - `/api/v1/logistics/vehicles/` - Vehicle management - `/api/v1/logistics/drivers/` - Driver management - `/api/v1/logistics/routes/` - Route planning - `/api/v1/logistics/schedules/` - Delivery scheduling - `/api/v1/logistics/tracking/` - Real-time tracking ## Configuration ### Module Settings ```json { "logistics": { "enable_real_time_tracking": true, "enable_route_optimization": true, "enable_maintenance_alerts": true, "enable_driver_management": true, "tracking_settings": { "update_interval_minutes": 5, "geofencing_enabled": true, "speed_monitoring": true }, "route_settings": { "optimization_criteria": ["distance", "time", "fuel"], "avoid_tolls": false, "avoid_highways": false } } } ``` ### Malaysian Configuration ```json { "malaysian_logistics": { "puspakom_integration": true, "toll_integration": true, "fuel_prices": true, "operating_hours": { "timezone": "Asia/Kuala_Lumpur", "public_holidays": true, "prayer_times": true }, "vehicle_requirements": { "road_tax_compliance": true, "insurance_compliance": true, "commercial_licensing": true } } } ``` ## Getting Started ### 1. Enable Module ```json POST /api/v1/modules/logistics/enable/ { "tenant_id": "your_tenant_id", "configuration": { "enable_real_time_tracking": true, "enable_route_optimization": true } } ``` ### 2. Set Up Vehicles ```json POST /api/v1/logistics/vehicles/ { "registration_number": "WXY 1234", "vehicle_type": "van", "make": "Toyota", "model": "Hiace", "year": 2022, "capacity_kg": 1000, "features": ["air_conditioning", "gps_tracking"] } ``` ### 3. Configure Routes ```json POST /api/v1/logistics/routes/ { "name": "KL to JB Express", "origin": "Kuala Lumpur", "destination": "Johor Bahru", "estimated_distance_km": 350, "estimated_duration_minutes": 240 } ``` ## Best Practices ### Shipment Management 1. **Accurate Documentation**: Complete and accurate shipment details 2. **Real-time Updates**: Keep tracking information current 3. **Customer Communication**: Proactive shipment status updates 4. **Exception Handling**: Clear procedures for shipment issues ### Vehicle Management 1. **Regular Maintenance**: Preventive maintenance scheduling 2. **Driver Assignment**: Optimal vehicle-driver matching 3. **Fuel Efficiency**: Monitor and optimize fuel consumption 4. **Compliance Monitoring**: Regular compliance checks ### Route Optimization 1. **Efficient Planning**: Optimize for time, distance, and cost 2. **Traffic Considerations**: Real-time traffic integration 3. **Weather Adaptation**: Weather-aware routing 4. **Customer Preferences**: Delivery time window adherence ## Integration Capabilities ### Malaysian Government Systems - JPJ vehicle registration - PUSPAKOM inspection - Toll system integration - Customs clearance ### GPS and Tracking - Real-time vehicle tracking - Geofencing capabilities - Driver behavior monitoring - Fuel consumption tracking ### Weather Services - Malaysian weather data - Road condition updates - Flood monitoring - Traffic incident alerts ## Malaysian Compliance ### PUSPAKOM Requirements - Vehicle inspection scheduling - Compliance tracking - Certificate management - Inspection history ### Road Tax and Insurance - Road tax renewal tracking - Insurance compliance monitoring - Document management - Expiry alerts ### Driver Licensing - Malaysian license validation - PSV license management - Medical certificate tracking - Professional development ## Troubleshooting ### Common Issues 1. **GPS Tracking Problems**: Check device connectivity 2. **Route Optimization Errors**: Verify data accuracy 3. **Vehicle Maintenance Alerts**: Review maintenance schedules 4. **Driver Performance Issues**: Analyze performance data ### Support Resources - Logistics operations team - Technical support team - Compliance officer - Training materials ## Updates and Maintenance ### Regular Updates - Monthly security patches - Quarterly feature updates - Annual compliance updates - Malaysian regulation changes ### Backup and Recovery - Automated daily backups - Fleet data protection - Disaster recovery planning - Data integrity verification ## Performance Optimization ### Database Optimization - Shipment data indexing - Vehicle record optimization - Route calculation efficiency - Tracking data processing ### System Performance - Real-time tracking speed - Route optimization algorithms - Mobile app performance - Dashboard responsiveness ## Security Considerations ### Data Protection - Shipment data privacy - Vehicle location security - Driver information protection - Access control measures ### Logistics Security - Cargo security protocols - Driver safety monitoring - Vehicle anti-theft measures - Emergency response systems ## Migration and Data Import ### Fleet Data Migration - Vehicle record conversion - Maintenance history transfer - Driver data migration - Compliance verification ### Shipment History Migration - Historical shipment data - Delivery records transfer - Customer information migration - Route history conversion ## Malaysian Logistics Specific Features ### Local Network Integration - Malaysian postal system - Local delivery partners - Courier service integration - Last-mile delivery ### Cultural Adaptations - Malaysian driving patterns - Local traffic conditions - Cultural delivery preferences - Religious considerations ### Environmental Factors - Monsoon season planning - Flood-prone area routing - Air quality considerations - Weather contingency plans