A manufacturing and logistics space keeps the entire finished goods- ready to be delivered to the people. The process that flows from the end of production line to the user is managed by the logistics framework.
Only with a managed flow from the point of origin to the point of consumption would ensure the success of business and this is why logistics remain an integral part of the business.
Further, there are several kinds of outbound logistics that are involved in the process of storage and movement of the finished goods. Here’s a list.
• Procurement: The procurement logistics takes care of the market research and make-buy decisions. Here the factors related to the transfer and delivery of the products is measured.
• Distribution: This is where the physical transfer is happening. Warehousing and transportation are the key components of a distribution logistics. Because there is a significant difference between the elements of production and elements of consumption, distribution logistics also require efficient management.
• Disposal: Now during the operation of a business, a lot of wastes may be produced. The disposal logistics ensure that all the wastes developed are disposed to reduce the extra logistics costs.
• Reverse: Some of the products are reused during the business. The reverse logistics includes the sale and management of the surpluses developed during the operation.
•Green logistics: This is an important section as it measures the ecological impact of the activities. It minimizes the harm to nature through planning and management.