Warehousing Stock outs: Umami must ensure that its products are on the shelves when consumers want to purchase them; otherwise, consumers will purchase an alternate brand. Inventory Management Distribution center: To keep its product at peak freshness, Umami contracts with a food distribution center to help move and store its products. Transportation Electronic data interchange (EDI): To share Information with its suppliers and distributor In real-time, Umami is considering using the Internet to digitally exchange data. Logistics Information Management Trucking: To ensure a high-quality product, Umami uses commercial trucking to bring its finished goods from its manufacturing plant to the distribution center.