What are the major logistics functions?

What are the major logistics functions?

The major logistics function are:

a. Warehousing : Under this goods are stored after manufacturing till the time they are required for consumption.

b. Inventory management: Goods like raw materials which are required for day to day operations of the business also need to be properly stored and kept track of.

c. Transportation : Goods need to be transported from one place to another. They may have to be shipped from supplier location to factory and thereafter from factory to customer.