handling an operation that involves providing labor and materials be supplied as needed
"The new startup struggled initially because they lacked a team dedicated to managing the logistics of getting raw materials and workers on site just in time for production."
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.
"The military commander struggled to coordinate the logistics for moving thousands of troops across the rugged terrain."
plural of logistic
In plain English: Logistics is the process of planning and organizing how to move goods from where they are made to where they need to go.
"Planning the logistics of the event required careful coordination of all the supplies and staff."
Usage: Logistics is a singular noun referring to the detailed organization and implementation of complex operations, such as supply chains or event planning. Do not use it as the plural form of logistic, which is a mathematical term used in growth models.
The word logistics entered English in the 1830s from French, where it was coined to describe military supply and accommodation based on the root for a "lodging place." Its meaning has remained focused on organizing resources since its creation by Antoine-Henri Jomini.