Fourth party logistics (4PL) has evolved as a breakthrough supply chain solution comprehensively integrating the competencies of third party logistics (3PL) providers, leading edge consulting firms and technology providers
Fourth Party Logistics (4PL) is the integration of all companies involved along the supply
chain. 4PL is the planning, steering and controlling of all logistic procedures (for example
flow of information, material and capital) by one service provider with long term strategic
objectives.