# Logistics Data Interpretation (LDI)

/ Published Sept. 21, 2022

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The LDI course provides an in-depth review of all information contained within a NSN and related data elements contained within a Total Item Record (TIR). The Federal Logistics InformationSystem (FLIS) TIR is analyzed and interpreted using standard DLA products and services.

**Key Learning Objectives:**
      - Identify and interpret every data element found on a Total Item Record (TIR)
      - Get to know DLA as a member of the DOD and how the agency can assist you in your mission
      - Discover the processes and tools involved in the lifecycle of a National Stock Number (NSN) from requisition to disposition
      - Discover the various DLA tools available to identify items of supply, find replacement parts, check the status of an order, verify price and unit of issue, and more
      - Become an authorized user of an item for asset visibility and procurement purposes
      - Obtain and interpret drawings and other technical data for items of supply
      - Know the difference between a manufacturer and distributor of an item of supply
      - Discover the reasons why duplicate NSNs might exist
      - Identify obsolete parts and why they are still in the Federal Catalog System
      - Gain an understanding of the importance of accurate and descriptive technical data and how it impacts the characteristics of an item of supply

**Attendees will learn:**
      - Asset visibility and procurement issues can be fixed with proper data
      - The Total Item Record (TIR) provides vital information like criticality status, DEMIL procedures, and hazardous material status
      - Replacement items of supply can be verified by understanding how to interpret characteristics found on the TIR
      - The difference between a manufacturer and distributor of an item of supply is clearly marked on the TIR
      - Not all NSNs originate in the United States
      - Only systems and applications authorized by DLA can be used for researching NSNs
      - Obsolete parts are never deleted from the TIR
      - NSNs with minimal to no characteristics might be due to the lack of technical data available or provided at the time the NSN was built

**Attendees will be equipped to answer common questions asked by customers, such as:**
      - What goes to a depot for repair and which depot performs the maintenance?
      - Who is authorized to use the item?
      - If I want to become a user on an item, who do I ask?
      - Who is authorized to submit/change any data element on an item?
      - How can you identify an active, U.S. or foreign, restricted or obsolete, CAGE code?
      - Where is service specific information located and how do you interpret that line of data (COG code for Navy)?
      - Who is my Source of Supply?
      - How do I research an NSN based on characteristics only?

**360° approach to Life Cycle Logistics**

### Customer Support:

**DLA Customer Interaction Center**The DLA Customer Interaction Center (CIC) began servicing customers in 2009, Receiving 258K contacts annually, they leverage technology to provideworld class customer service geared towards logistics and supply needs. The CIC provides solutions to the Armed Services, Federal Agencies, State and local governments, government contractors, allied foreign military and the general public.Email:**dlacontactcenter@dla.milWeb:  **http://www.dla.mil/CustomerSupport**

**Training**Logistics Operations (J31CT) offers comprehensive training and education on several DLA products and services. Many of our courses offer classroom instruction as well as delivery by Computer Based Training (CBT), Web Based Training (WBT), Satellite/VTC Training, and Webinar.  Tailored courses are developed to meet individual service or agency needs.Email: **dla.tng@dla.milWeb: **www.dla.mil/HQ/LogisticsOperations/TrainingandReference**

**Customer Outreach**Informing and delivering information regarding DLA Products and Services to the internal and external customer group. Utilizing Web, E-mail, and Face-to-Face engagement to represent DLA to high/mid-level, product user and private industry customers worldwide.Email: **customeroutreach@dla.milWeb: **www.dla.mil/HQ/LogisticsOperations/Services/CustomerOutreach**

**Demilitarization**In coordination with the Military Services, Defense Agencies, and other Federal Government entities the DOD Demilitarization Coding Management Office ensures validation of the DEMIL code for every item of supply.Email: **dlacontactcenter@dla.milWeb: **www.dla.mil/HQ/LogisticsOperations/Services/FIC/DEMILCoding**

**Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) Process Management**The FLIS Process Management is responsible for facilitation of the creation, maintenance, dissemination, and viewing of National Stock Number data within the FLIS Portfolio Suite of Systems. The sharing of this data amongst DLA systems (FED LOG, WebFLIS, FedMALL), DOD, Federal Agencies, and International Allies ensures data is available and actionable for military supply chains worldwide.Email: **dlacontactcenter@dla.milWeb: **https://www.dla.mil/Information-Operations/Services/Applications/**

**Logistics Information Services – Electronic Reading Room**PUB LOGThe Electronic Reading Room is a location where the public is able to download documents and data to assist in their logistics research. Files that can be downloaded include Public Logistics or PUB LOG to screen NSN data, CAGE code listings, decoded characteristics data, Master Cross Reference List (MCRL) and more. Email: **dlacontactcenter@dla.milWeb:**http://www.dla.mil/HQ/InformationOperations/LogisticsInformationServices/FOIAReading**

### Logistics Applications - Acquisitions Products and Services:

FedMall FED LOG PUB LOG  DLA Map CatalogWebFLISJoint Certification Program (JCP)MEDALS

### DLA Customer Interaction Center (DLA CIC)

We’re here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including Government holidays.‘One Call Resolution’Toll Free:  **1-877-DLA-CALL (1-877-352-2255)Local Commercial: **269-704-7921Defense Switched Network (DSN): **xx-877-352-2255Email: **dlacontactcenter@dla.mil

For DLA System Access or Technical Issues please contact the DISA Global Service Desk at:Toll Free: ** (844-347-2457) / DSN: 850-0032

Contact the J3 Training Team at: **dla.tng@dla.mil for more information or with your questions.

Visit us at: https://www.dla.mil/HQ/LogisticsOperations/Services/FIC

Information Provided by Customer Engagement Branch J31CB: **customeroutreach@dla.mil.