Incoterms 2020

Opération de Cross-docking

A logistics process where incoming goods are unloaded and directly reloaded onto outbound vehicles with minimal or no storage time in between.

Quick answer: A logistics process where incoming goods are unloaded and directly reloaded onto outbound vehicles with minimal or no storage time in between.

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Quick answer

A logistics process where incoming goods are unloaded and directly reloaded onto outbound vehicles with minimal or no storage time in between.

Why it matters

Opération de Cross-docking matters because it supports clear communication in Incoterms 2020 contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

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Questions and answers

What is Opération de Cross-docking?

In this glossary, Opération de Cross-docking refers to: A logistics process where incoming goods are unloaded and directly reloaded onto outbound vehicles with minimal or no storage time in between.

How is Opération de Cross-docking used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "L’opération de cross-docking a réduit les coûts d’entrepôt en transférant directement les marchandises."

Why does Opération de Cross-docking matter in logistics?

Opération de Cross-docking matters because it supports clear communication in Incoterms 2020 contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

Who uses Opération de Cross-docking?

Opération de Cross-docking is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Opération de Cross-docking belong to?

In this glossary, Opération de Cross-docking is grouped under Incoterms 2020. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO and published by Protermify Logistics as a static logistics reference page.

Definition

A logistics process where incoming goods are unloaded and directly reloaded onto outbound vehicles with minimal or no storage time in between.

Operational example

The crossdocking operation reduced warehouse costs by transferring goods directly from inbound to outbound docks.

Localized term

Opération de Cross-docking

Localized example

L’opération de cross-docking a réduit les coûts d’entrepôt en transférant directement les marchandises.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

Category

Incoterms 2020

Exam relevance

  • FIATA Diploma
  • CILT Certification
  • IATA DGR

Target audience

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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