History of logistics

In the last step, we considered varying definitions of logistics – but what about its history? Let’s take a look back through time.

Click the image to see a larger version. A simplified version of the timeline can be downloaded from the Downloads section at the bottom of this step.

_{Adapted from Uhl, A. and Gollenia, A. (2014)}

Your task

Which timeframe do you think had the biggest impact on logistics? Discuss your thoughts in the comments area.

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References

_{Uhl, A., & Gollenia, A. (2014). Digital enterprise transformation: A business-driven approach to leveraging innovative IT. Gower Publishing Limited.}