GTIN-14 = Developed by GS1, it is a unique and universal identifier for a specific product and shipping configuration.
Inner Pack [IP] carton = “Inner” = Smaller cartons, within a Master Pack, used to package multiple sellable-units. If a single sellable carton represents the Master Pack, the carton technically does not contain any Inner Packs.
JDA Dock Scheduling Portal = Best Buy’s web-based scheduling platform.
Less-than-truckload (LTL) = Mode of transport that runs on a “hub and spoke” operational network of interconnected of terminals (as well as long-and-short haul trailers) meant to transport small freight.
Live Carrier = Defined by SCAC, are carriers and brokers that DO NOT have an “Approved Drop” Contract Agreement.
All delivery appointments must be scheduled via JDA Dock-Scheduling Portal.
All initial appointment requests are assumed and scheduled as live-unload trailer deliveries.
Logistical Unit = Shipping and handling configuration.
When using LTL shipping this is an individual pallet.
For Truckload transportation this can either be an individual pallet or bundle.
Over-Boxing = Shipping practice where multiple Master Pack cartons are boxed within a larger shipping carton.
Parcel = Non-palletized small package shipping via Express/Courier Carrier.
Pick-up Date = “Product Ready Date” = Uploaded by the Vendor, this is the first business date that the Shipper will have the Collect Shipment ready for Best Buy carrier pick.
Prepaid = Freight term designation, whereby the Vendor assumes responsibility over transportation.
Product Ready Date = Ready to Ship Date = Uploaded by the Vendor, this is the first business date that the Shipper will have the Collect Shipment ready for Best Buy carrier pick.
Protective Frame = Material selection and design intended to protect product within the sellable carton.
Routing Request = Vendor’s statement of ship-ready expectations, which includes the Product Ready Date.
Routing Request Deadline = Last (BBY) business date that a Routing Request can take place and still be on-time/complaint.
Schedule ID = Load ID = Numeric appointment confirmation number provided in the JDA Dock-Scheduling Portal.
Shipper = Ship-from entity typically associated with the Vendor.
Truckload = A loaded over-the-road (or intermodal) trailer that retains an intact shipper-applied seal all the way through arrival inspection at the BBY Guard House.