Logistics is a broad term which essentially covers the management of the flow of goods and information at every step from the point of origin through to the consumer. It includes the coordination of supplies, resource management, product handling, packaging, warehousing and transportation. Logistics might not be the most exciting element of most businesses, but it is essential for the success of many companies.

Last mile logistics refers to the last leg in the delivery process from supplier to consumer and it is a hurdle which many can be prone to falling at as it is often the weakest link in the supply chain.

If your business requires logistics, shipping and warehousing as part of its day-to-day operations, then the supply chain is a concept you will be familiar with. What you may be less familiar with is simplifying and managing that supply chain, which is where fourth party logistics comes in