Warehousing, materials handling and packaging
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These work activities are integral parts of other logistical
functions
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Inventory typically needs to be warehoused at selected times
during the logistics process
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Transportation vehicles require materials handling for efficient
loading and unloading
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Individual products are most efficiently handled when packaged
together into shipping cartons
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Effective integration of these functions facilitates the speed
and overall ease of product flow throughout the logistical
system