Logistics, Supply Chain & Asset ManagementPurpose
1.2. Automatedly detect low-inventory thresholds and dispatch re-stocking orders to suppliers and internal procurement.
1.3. Centralize and synchronize inventory data across multiple depots for automated supply chain transparency.
1.4. Automate escalation for critical or high-value materials to minimize downtime in mining processes.
1.5. Allow automatable rule-setting based on inventory type, location, supplier lead times, and consumption rates.
1.6. Enable automated alerts, workflows, and report generation for management oversight of logistics and assets.
1.7. Automate compliance tracking and documentation for audit and safety regulations.
Trigger Conditions
2.2. Automated periodic inventory reconciliation identifies discrepancies triggering replenishment.
2.3. Manual override triggers by supervisor via web app or mobile automation.
2.4. Sudden consumption spike or abnormal usage pattern detected by analytics—automated alert and re-order.
2.5. Supplier delivery delay notifications automatedly trigger expedited re-stocking from alternative vendors.
Platform Variants
• Feature/Setting: Automated cloud flow; trigger: SharePoint "item modified", action: "send order" to Dynamics 365 Supply Chain
3.2. SAP ERP
• Feature/Setting: MRP Run (MD01) automation; API: /sap/opu/odata/SAP/API_PURCHASEORDER_SRV
3.3. Oracle Cloud SCM
• Feature/Setting: Inventory low event; API: Inventory Replenishment REST endpoint
3.4. IBM Maximo
• Feature/Setting: Automation Scripts; Function: MXINVENTORY Reorder Action
3.5. NetSuite
• Feature/Setting: SuiteScript 2.0; Event: onInventoryLevelChange, Action: send PO
3.6. Infor CloudSuite
• Feature/Setting: Automated Replenishment Rules; API: InventoryService/reorderTrigger
3.7. Epicor ERP
• Feature/Setting: BPM/Method Directive; Event: InventoryQtyChanged, Action: Automated Purchase Suggestion
3.8. Amazon SNS
• Feature/Setting: Publish automation on inventory alert; API: Publish, TopicArn: warehouse_alert
3.9. Google Sheets
• Feature/Setting: Apps Script automation on inventory sheet change, call sendEmail or webhook
3.10. Slack
• Feature/Setting: Incoming Webhooks integration; automated post to #logistics when reorder triggered
3.11. Twilio SMS
• Feature/Setting: Automated SMS via Notify API to procurement manager
3.12. SendGrid
• Feature/Setting: Automated email triggers; API: send inventory alert email to supply chain team
3.13. Salesforce
• Feature/Setting: Flow Automation Builder; Trigger: Inventory Custom Object, Action: Create Purchase Order
3.14. ServiceNow
• Feature/Setting: Automated Workflow; Trigger: Inventory Alert, Action: Procurement Case Creation
3.15. Odoo ERP
• Feature/Setting: Automated Reorder Rules, Action: Purchase Order Generation
3.16. QuickBooks Online
• Feature/Setting: Automated alert via Webhooks on inventory thresholds
3.17. Zoho Inventory
• Feature/Setting: Automation Rules; Function: reorderTrigger, Action: automated PO
3.18. Jira Service Management
• Feature/Setting: Automation Rule; Event: Inventory Alert, Action: Ticket Creation
3.19. Monday.com
• Feature/Setting: Automations; Trigger: Inventory field under threshold, Action: Notify and create task
3.20. Trello
• Feature/Setting: Butler Automation; Trigger: Card updated (inventory low), Action: Email/send webhook
Benefits
4.2. Automation minimizes expensive stockouts and costly overstock situations.
4.3. Automates compliance documentation, reducing regulatory risk in mining asset management.
4.4. Real-time, automated alerts improve transparency and enable proactive decision making.
4.5. Automating supply chain communication increases accountability and reduces human error.
4.6. The automator workflow adapts to changing inventory data, optimizing procurement strategies.
4.7. Automation provides auditable logs, benefiting post-event analysis and continuous improvement.