Question

describe the "logistics" and its role in the supply chain

name three types of transportation modes used in logistics and give an example

Answer 1

Logistics involve planning controlling implementing for efficient transportation and storage of goods and rawmaterials. This is usually from point of production to point of consumption and from ore mines to point of production. Logistics is most important for supply chain. It ensures optimal amount reaches consumers at right time and at the same time it reduces costs of transportation for companies. Even it hepls to preserve perishable goods. Simiilarly rawmaterials are transported in adequate quantity and also involves cost reduction. Logistics adds value If inventory is rightly placed. Even reverse logistics is necessary to satisfy consumers. Otherwise they will ditch company

Transportation through ships, trucks and pipelines are three types. E. G oil and gas are transported quite often through pipes