Abstract
The term Operational Logistics has different meanings according to the context in which it is being used. In the business world this term typically describes a collection of processes and actions aimed at supplying demands in an effective way. Large organizations have logistics departments in charge of daily operations such as transportation and maintenance, production plants require logistic support for handling inventories and shipping goods, and new products may be effectively marketed only if the manufacturer provides proper long-term service, which is manifested in efficient operational logistics.
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Kress, M. (2016). Introduction. In: Operational Logistics. Management for Professionals. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-22674-3_1
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