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Webster 1913 Edition
Logistics
Lo-gis′tics
,Noun.
1.
(Mil.)
That branch of the military art which embraces the details of moving and supplying armies. The meaning of the word is by some writers extended to include strategy.
H. L. Scott.
3.
(Math.)
A system of arithmetic, in which numbers are expressed in a scale of 60; logistic arithmetic.
Definition 2024
logistics
logistics
English
Noun
logistics (uncountable)
- (operations) The process of planning, implementing, and controlling the efficient, effective flow and storage of goods, services and related information from their point of origin to point of consumption for the purpose of satisfying customer requirements.
- (military) The procurement, supply, maintenance, and transportation of equipment, facilities, and personnel.
Synonyms
- (operations):
- (military): supply line
Related terms
Translations
planning and implementing the flow of goods and services
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military procurement, supply, maintenance, and transportation
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Etymology 2
Noun
logistics
- plural of logistic
References
- Council of Logistics Management, USA in 1991
- TELS logistics, UK