Integrated operations planning (IOP) is a framework that harmonizes multiple operational functions – procurement, production, distribution, and services – to meet overarching business objectives such as cost efficiency, service levels, and strategic flexibility.

Please answer the following:

How does warehouse management influence the effectiveness of integrated operations planning, and what are the potential consequences of misalignment?
Explore root-cause analyses for misalignment, such as inaccurate inbound receipts, lagged inventory updates, or misestimated picking throughput.

In what ways can technology (e.g., WMS, IoT, AI) facilitate the integration of warehouse operations into broader operational planning?
Make sure you are supporting your answers fully and that your source research is identified with citations and references.