logistics

handling an operation that involves providing labor and materials be supplied as needed

, a United States logistics provider. Image shows goods stacked on pallets with forklift.]]Logistics is the art and science of managing and controlling the flow of goods, energy, information and other resources.A more specific definition:Logistics is the process of strategically managing the procurement, movement and storage of materials, parts, and finished inventory (and the related information flows) through the organisation and its marketing channels in such a way that current and future profitability are maximised through the cost-effective fulfillment of ordersThe term logistics has evolved from the military's need of spare-parts supply, but is now widely accepted to include activities like purchasing, transport, warehousing, organizing and planning of these activities. Logistics managers need general knowledge of each of these functions, and specific knowledge of the industry, commodity, or business protocols governing the product types being managed. In business, logistics may have either internal focus, or external focus covering the flow from originating supplier to end-user, see supply chain management.In military logistics, experts managementmanage how and when to move resources to the places they are needed. In military science, maintaining one's supply lines while disrupting those of the enemy is a crucial, and some would say the most crucial element, of military strategy (since an armed force without food/fuel and ammunition is useless).There are two fundamentally different forms of logistics. One optimizes a steady flow of material through a network of transport links and storage nodes. The other coordinates a sequence of resources to carry out some project.

See also -

3PL

commercial vehicle operations

containerization

Defense Logistics Agency

distribution (business)distribution

food distribution

intelligent transportation system

information logistic

logistics automation

marketing

matériel

Military Logistics

pallet

reverse logistics

supply chain management

trade route

traffic

transport

warehouse

External links -

!http://www.themanufacturer.com /uk/zones/logistics_and_supply _chain? - Several articles on manufacturing logistics (UK site)

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CEO
GS-automation GmbH is a supplier of Warehouse Logistic Solutions based on the standard CLICK Reply software package.
http://www.gs-automation.de/

Logistics Partner in Cambodia
R&H - Yours Total Logistics Partners in Cambodia - Yours Freight Needs - Our Solution. Visit us at www.randhcambodia.com
http://www.randhcambodia.com/

First Directory
A UK based search engine of industrial companies
http://www.1stdirectory.com

SAP Logistics
SAP Logistics consulting for WM and LES.
http://www.ub-it.de/

Shale Software & High Quality Solutions
Specialized in gis, aviation and logistics
http://www.shalesoftware.com/

Potash & Company
Public relations firm in San Francisco Bay Area serving shipping, logistics, international trade clients. Special interests include: California Gold Rush shipping, Pacific Mail Steamship Company, Chinese Export Silver, China Trade.
http://www.potashco.com/

Ergo-Design Industrial Engineering
Ergo-Design Industrial Engineering supports manufacturing companies at the design and optimization of their production processes.
http://www.ergodesign.nl

airportexpress.de
airportshuttle TAXI services germany
http://www.citycar.de

Express Delivery & Logistics Assocation
XLA was founded in 1976 by its predecessor, the Air Courier Conference of America (ACCA), a non-profit trade association serving as the voice of the express delivery industry on the national and international scene. XLA members include large firms with global delivery networks and smaller businesses with strong regional delivery networks. Worldwide, XLA members have operations in over 200 countries; move more than 20 million packages each day; employ more than 800,000 people; operate 1,200 aircraft; and earn revenues in excess of $60 billion annually.
http://www.expressassociation.org/

Rollet
Plastic rollcage logistics and materials handling product. Fantastic alternative to metal cages - lightweight, modular, safe, quiet, easy to clean.
http://www.rollet.co.uk/

BH&A
Brussels-based BH&A develops customised database systems, using Filemaker Pro, on the Windows® and MacOS® platforms. We apply our experience to your business, analysing your requirements and then design and implement fully proven systems. We strive to develop products of the highest quality, delivered with exceptional customer service, using a process designed to create the most effective and efficient solutions for all sizes of budget.
http://www.bh-a.com/

MRI Executive Solutions
Specialists in Talent Acquistion Our business is people. Meeting the needs of clients ranging from private, regional providers to globally recognized public corporations. And we have assisted top talent in career transitions from executive leadership at the C-level to VPs, Directors and Managers in a variety of functional areas.
http://www.mriexecutivesolutions.com/

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Heminge & Condell
Counselors to leading businesses, not-for-profits, and governments, world-wide
http://www.hemingeandcondell.com/

LOGISTICS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Supply Chain-Freight Management consulting firm
http://www.logisticsds.com/

Logistics.com
Online transportation marketplace offering a complete solution for shippers and transport providers worldwide.
http://www.logistics.com

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
A logistics combat support agency whose primary role is to provide supplies and services to America's military forces worldwide. Manages over four million consumable items and processes more than 30 million annual distribution actions.
http://www.dla.mil/

The Institute of Logistics and Transport
Information on careers, special interest groups, logistics and transport policy, publications and benefits of membership.
http://www.iolt.org.uk

LogisticsWorld
Directory of freight, transportation and logistics resources on the Internet.
http://logisticsworld.com/

Manufacturing.Net
Offers comprehensive information for manufacturing professionals including news, magazine articles, association links, tradeshows, and web communities.
http://www.manufacturing.net/