Logistics
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ləˈd͡ʒɪstɪks/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Logistics is a noun meaning (military) The procurement, supply, maintenance, and transportation of equipment, facilities, and personnel.
Meaning
(military) The procurement, supply, maintenance, and transportation of equipment, facilities, and personnel.
More Meanings
- plural of logistic
- (operations) The process of planning, implementing, and controlling the efficient, effective flow and storage of goods, services and related information from their point of origin to point of consumption for the purpose of satisfying customer requirements.
Example Sentences
logistics company
logistics management
handle the logistics
She works in logistics, managing global supply chains.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include logistical, market, supplies, merchandising, organizational, distribution.
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