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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS

Logistics is obtaining, producing, and distributing materials and products in the right qualities and to an end user. Logistics includes the science of planning for managing and implementing procedures for the most efficient and effective storage and transportation of goods and services. Services and other information from the source point to the consumer is sent through logistics channels to meet and fulfill customer needs.

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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS

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  1. Mid Star Logistics Transportation Company

  2. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS? • Logistics and transportation are two very important parts of transportation and distribution services, and they are different. • Transportation is the movement of goods and logistics is the management of the inward and outward transportation of goods from the manufacturer to the end user. • These terms are often used interchangeably, but they are two extremely different part of the supply chain. • Logistics and transportation deals with getting products and services from one location to another.

  3. Logistics • Logistics is obtaining, producing, and distributing materials and products in the right qualities and to an end user. • Logistics includes the science of planning for managing and implementing procedures for the most efficient and effective storage and transportation of goods and services. • Services and other information from the source point to the consumer is sent through logistics channels to meet and fulfill customer needs. • Logistics has added benefits and functions that are different from transportation services. Logistics managers need to make decisions based on packaging, containerization, documentation, and insurance, storage, importing and exporting, regulations, and freight damage.

  4. Transportation Services • Efficient transportation is important to the survival of a transportation and distribution service. Efficient transportation should be analyzed for the best delivery route, as well as cost-effective packaging that ensures low investment and safety of goods. • Transportation services include the movement of goods and services, people, and animals from one location to another by rail, road, air, sea, cable, space, or pipeline. Transportation services can be divided into three different areas:  infrastructure, vehicles, and operations.  Transportation allows communication and trade between the two parties.

  5. Important tips for effective logistics management include • Proper planning is the first step to accomplishing a task. Planning involves obtaining the products, facilities to store the good before delivery, and transportation of products to the end users. • Automaton plays a major role in increasing the efficiency of a transportation company. Automation has a vital role in optimization. • Value relationships or the team is an essential aspect of a transportation organization. The team is responsible for growth. From the delivery guy or the warehouse manager, logistics means training employees and having a logistics manager with interpersonal skills. Logistics requires an emergency back up plan and a reliable person who can sort out problems and issues.

  6. A good logistics network optimization needs to integrate analysis, feedback, and measurement. When a logistic manager deploys new strategies in the system, you need to analyze the output. Analyzation is important as it regulates the success or failure of the industry.

  7. Midstar Logistics deals with road fright which is one of the most common and used of all modes of transport. Road transportation has several advantages because of: • Cost-effectiveness • Quick and scheduled delivery • Flexible service • Track and trace of cargo and the truck • Complete door-to-door services • One of the most economical means of transportation for goods and services.

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