Distributed order management (DOM)

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LOG-000089",
  "term": "Distributed order management (DOM)",
  "field": "Logistics and supply chain",
  "definition": "A software system that processes and coordinates customer orders across multiple inventory locations, such as distribution centers, retail stores, and third-party logistics providers. It centralizes order information and uses business rules to determine the most efficient fulfillment source based on factors like inventory availability, location, and shipping costs. A Distributed Order Management (DOM) system contrasts with a traditional model where orders are fulfilled from a single, central warehouse.",
  "abbreviation": "DOM",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/logistics/distributed-order-management-dom/"
}