logistics
practical planning details
the planning and practical details needed to make something happen smoothly
the logistics of [something]; logistics for [something]; handle/manage/sort out the logistics
- The conference went well, but the logistics were complicated.
- Before we book the venue, we need to think through the logistics.
- She is in charge of the logistics for the school trip.
- Travel logistics can be stressful.
- We need to plan the logistics.
transport and supply management
the work of moving and storing goods, equipment, or people in an organized way
logistics for [goods/operations]; [adjective] logistics; logistics in [an industry]
- The company invested in better logistics to reduce delivery times.
- Fuel prices have increased logistics costs across the industry.
- Military logistics kept food, medicine, and equipment moving to the front.
- Good logistics helps packages arrive on time.
- The store improved its logistics.
logistics work or department
the job area or department that manages deliveries, storage, and transport
work in logistics; the logistics department; Logistics will [do something]
- She works in logistics for a medical-supplies company.
- Please ask Logistics to confirm when the order will leave the warehouse.
- The logistics team arranged extra trucks for the holiday rush.
- My uncle works in logistics.
- Email the logistics department.
- Base: logistics
- Plural: logistics
last-mile logistics
1final delivery stage
the part of delivery that brings a package to the customer’s door
- Last-mile logistics is often the most expensive part of home delivery.
- Bike couriers helped the company improve last-mile logistics in dense cities.
logistics company
1goods transport service company
a company that helps move, store, and deliver goods
- Our logistics company delivers to every major city in the region.
- The retailer switched logistics companies after repeated delays.
logistics hub
1central distribution location
a central place where goods are moved, sorted, or sent out
- The airport has become a logistics hub for international freight.
- The port is being expanded into a regional logistics hub.
logistics manager
1person managing logistics
a person who manages deliveries, transport, and storage
- The logistics manager found a cheaper route for the trucks.
- As logistics manager, Marta oversees warehousing, delivery schedules, and inventory records.
logistics nightmare
1very difficult arrangements
a situation that is very hard to organize
- Getting 200 guests from the airport to the hotel was a logistics nightmare.
- The road closures turned the festival into a logistics nightmare.
reverse logistics
1handling returned products
the process of dealing with products that customers send back
- Retailers need efficient reverse logistics after the holiday return season.
- The company improved reverse logistics by sending returned electronics to repair centers.
third-party logistics (3pl)
1outsourced logistics services
using another company to store, pack, or deliver goods for you
- The brand uses third-party logistics to handle online orders.
- A third-party logistics provider can store products and ship them directly to customers.
work out the logistics
1arrange practical details
to plan the practical details
- We need to work out the logistics before we announce the trip.
- The producer worked out the logistics of moving the crew between locations.