Cocept of Logistics, Operational & Strategic resposibilities , Role of Logistics in Supply Chain

What is Logistics ?
Logistics: the science and practical management of
the supply of materials

 The right type(s) of material(s)
 In the right quantity(s)
 In the right condition
 To the right location(s) and customer
 At the right time(s)
 For the right cost
 Delivered with the right tailored services required by
the buyer
 With the right information needed by the customer
during & at the end of the logistics process




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, Logistics is also defined as:

“that part of the supply chain
process that plans, implements
and controls the efficient,
effective flow and storage of
goods, services and related
information from the point-of-
origin to the point-of-
consumption in order to meet
customer requirements“

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, Logistics Stages
1) Inbound logistics: the transportation of goods into
the purchasing organisation‘s main warehouse


2) Internal distribution: materials management – the
movement of goods within a firm


3) Outbound logistics: the distribution flow of goods
from the organisation to a subsequent customer


Integrated approach: linking these
stages to meet corporate objectives;
also integration within the supply chain

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