Those activities that focus on getting

the right amount of the right products

to the right place at the right time at
the lowest possible price.
The practice of organizing the cost-
effective flow of raw materials, in-process
inventory, finished goods, and related
information from point of origin to point of
consumption to satisfy customer
requirements.
It involves planning, implementing and controlling the
physical flows of materials and final goods from points of
origin to points of use to meet customer requirements at a
profit.

The main functions of a qualified logistician include inventory
management, purchasing, transportation, warehousing,
consultation, and the organizing and planning of these
activities