What is Logistics ?
What is Logistics ? – In this STEAM learning video, we provide a brief description of what logistics is and why it is so important to all of us.
The Logistics Industry brings together all the STEAM topics of Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics. The Logistics Industry relies heavily on Technology and Engineering to bring about efficiencies.
Logistics takes into consideration product development and design, to sourcing raw materials, to manufacturing and the distribution of products across the world. You might also take into consideration the recycling and discarding of the products.
Five reasons why Logistics so important
- Logistics improves customer experience, this means customers like you can get products quickly no mater where they are made in the world
- Logistics can make products more affordable, this means by using technology we can use robots and computers to manufacturer products more quickly and more cost effective
- Logistics can improve the environment, this means by using smarter technology we can make products more environmentally friendly which is great for the planet
- Logistics helps businesses grow and expand , this means businesses can use logistics to take products globally so they can sell to more people
- Logistics creates jobs, this means as businesses grow by making and selling more products they can employ more people