location, logistics and distrubution

  • logistics : the art and science of obtaining, producing, and distributing material and product in the proper place and in proper quantities
  • logistics is part of supply chain
  • international logistics: meaning these functions when the movement is on a global scale
  • third party logistics
    • an outside company
    • manage all or part of another company logistics functions
    • provide reliable and timely delivery
    • favored by small businesses
  • fedex

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