logistics

Logistics is that part of the supply chain process that plans, implements, and controls the efficient, effective forward and reverse flow and storage of goods, services, and related information between the point of origin and the point of consumption in order to meet customers’ requirements. Movement of storage of materials into firm is defined as inbound logistics, movement and storage of materials and components with in a firm is defined as material management and storage of a finished product and movement to the customer is classified as physical distribution. Research on supply chain “encompasses all activities associated with the flow and transformation of goods from the raw material stage (extraction), through to the end user, as well as the associated information flows.” Supply chain management encompasses the planning and management of all activities involved in sourcing and procurement, conversion, and all logistics management activities.

Physical flow that consists of transportation, warehousing, packaging and handling, and service flow that includes customs clearance, insurance, supervision, and stock and order management.

A complement of activities including management suitable to authoritieis and responsibilities of current and foreseen force structure in the scope of systems/platforms, infrastructure and life cycle of services at peace, in tension/crisis and at war.