The global supply chain consists of aligning suppliers from different countries to transport products in the most efficient manner to the final destination. Many organizations use a warehouse management system to manage the distribution process.

1. Select three components of a warehouse management system and explain the importance of each.
2. What are the challenges in transporting products from overseas locations i.e. China to the U.S.?
3. How can a warehouse management system help reduce the problem associated with overseas transportation?

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