Definition (1):
Integrated logistics management refers to the logistic concept that emphasizes teamwork- both inside the company and all the marketing channel organizations- to maximize the performance of the entire distribution system. This concept recognizes that providing better customer service and trimming distribution costs require teamwork, both inside the company and among all the marketing channel organizations. Inside, the company’s various departments must work closely together to maximize its own logistics performance. Outside, the company must integrate its logistics system with those of its suppliers and customers to maximize the performance of the entire distribution network.
Definition (2):
“The movement of raw materials and components to a manufacturing company must be managed. So must the movement of finished goods from the manufacturing plant to further processing, to the retail, or to the final consumer. The management of this movement is called integrated logistics management.”
Definition (3):
Integrated logistics management refers to a service-oriented process, including functions helping the product move from the source of raw materials to the ultimate or final customers.
This logistics management is related to the following activities:
- Materials management.
- Physical distribution.
- Business logistics.
- Logistics engineering.
- Logistics management.
- Integrated logistics management.
- Supply chain management.
- Distribution management.