Which list contains the five movement control measures?

• A. Planning, routing, scheduling, coordinating, in-transit visibility
• B. Planning, allocating, routing, coordinating, in-transit visibility
• C. Planning, allocating, routing, managing, in-transit visibility
• D. Planning, allocating, routing, coordinating, monitoring

Answer: (B)

Movement control in logistics revolves around guiding shipments through the network using five core measures: planning, allocating, routing, coordinating, and in-transit visibility. Planning sets up what needs to move, when, and with what priority. Allocating assigns the right resources—carriers, capacity, and equipment—to each shipment. Routing chooses the path and sequence of legs to meet service levels and minimize cost. Coordinating ensures all parties—carriers, warehouses, and customers—work in harmony so transfers, handoffs, and timing align. In-transit visibility provides real-time tracking of location, status, and ETA, enabling proactive decisions to keep shipments on track. This combination is the complete set for movement control; substitutes like scheduling or monitoring omit or replace a essential element, making them less comprehensive.