logisitieke

Logistieke is the Dutch term related to logistics, the planning, execution, and control of the efficient forward and reverse flow of goods, services, and information from origin to consumption to meet customer requirements. The standard spelling is logistieke; logisitieke is a common misspelling.

Core scope and activities include inbound logistics (procurement and transportation from suppliers), outbound logistics (distribution to customers), warehousing and inventory management, order processing, packaging, and production logistics. Reverse logistics covers returns, recycling, and disposal. The field also encompasses network design, route planning, carrier selection, and performance monitoring to optimize cost, speed, and reliability.

Logistics is a component of broader supply chain management (SCM). While SCM covers strategic planning, supplier relationships, manufacturing, and product design, logistieke focuses on the efficient execution and operational flow of goods and information within the supply chain. Technology plays a central role, with systems such as ERP, warehouse management systems (WMS), and transportation management systems (TMS) supporting real-time tracking, inventory control, and optimization.

Recent trends influence logistieke practice, including e-commerce-driven omnichannel fulfillment, last-mile delivery optimization, automation and robotics in warehouses, data analytics, and a growing emphasis on sustainability and green logistics. Key performance indicators commonly used in the field include on-time in-full delivery, order accuracy, inventory turnover, lead times, and total logistics cost as a percentage of sales.

In the Dutch context, logistieke services are provided by logistics providers (LSPs), including third-party (3PL) and multi-party (4PL) arrangements. The sector remains integral to the Dutch economy, supporting international trade, manufacturing, and retail.