Definition
The practical execution side of the supply chain: physically moving, storing and handling goods, plus the paperwork and tracking that go with it. It covers transport (road, rail, sea, air), warehousing, inventory handling, customs clearance and final delivery. If supply chain management decides what should move where and when, logistics is the function that actually makes it happen.
Frequently asked questions
What is Logistics?
The practical execution side of the supply chain: physically moving, storing and handling goods, plus the paperwork and tracking that go with it. It covers transport (road, rail, sea, air), warehousing, inventory handling, customs clearance and final delivery. If supply chain management decides what should move where and when, logistics is the function that actually makes it happen.
Which glossary terms are related to Logistics?
Logistics is a supply chain & warehousing term in the South African import/export industry. Related terms in the same area include 3PL (Third-Party Logistics), 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics), ABC Analysis, Bonded Logistics, Bonded Warehouse (SOS/OS) — each has its own plain-English definition in the TradeCaravan glossary.