Just as important as being able to have an adaptable supply chain is the ability to notify planners and managers when a shipment or delivery is not moving as expected (Stadtler and Kilger, 2005). Smooth flow of shipments is not a fact of life, and since many mistakes are likely to occur over the lifetime of the system, the ability to be notified in a timely manner of these mistakes and problems is key in planning and implementing a supply chain solution (Crainic, Ricciardi, and Storchi, 2009). Transportation planners should not plan a system with idea that perfection can be attained. Human beings will make mistakes. It is the ability to recognize when these mistakes occur, preferably as soon as practical, that sets a productive, efficient supply chain apart from one that is neither productive, nor efficient.

Effective organizational planning is not just about planning the actual shipping infrastructure, it's also important to take into account the necessary support systems and structures that allow shipments to be delivered quickly and effectively (Pinedo, 2009). These support systems include the machinery and vehicles that help to load, unload, service, refuel, and repair the ships, cars, trucks, planes, and other vehicles involved in the supply chain. Proper operational consideration for these types of equipment is necessary, just as a pit crew is necessary for a racecar to win a race. It is important that a transportation planner be able to direct these resources efficiently and effectively. Delays and missed shipments can occur if the system is unable to fully support even a completely optimized transportation supply chain infrastructure.

Another very important consideration for transportation planners is leaving room for future improvement in planning and for advances in technology (Pinedo, 2009). Over the past 20 years, the internet and computer connectivity has helped increase processing effectiveness...

That is why it is very important for modern-day planners to leave ample space in their own planning for improvements in technology. Technology will progress in ways that are often unimagined, and planners have to plan and implement solutions that will last beyond the current technological horizons (Stadtler and Kilger, 2005).
In order to organize transportation processing for effective, efficient operation, many different aspects of shipping and logistics need to be considered. Ideas-based as well as software and logistical solutions will likely need to be implemented as no system can even be 100% efficient or effective. Planners need to take much into consideration and plan to be able to learn from their mistakes as adaptations and solutions are implemented along the way. There is much that can be said from studying the past mistakes of transportation systems planners, and having a supply chain that can evolve or leaves room for improvement will help it to successfully adapt in the future.