fourth party logistics (4PL) |
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Definition
Arrangement in which a firm contracts out (outsources) its logistical operations to two or more specialist firms (the third party logistics) and hires another specialist firm (the fourth party) to coordinate the activities of the third parties.
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fourth party logistics (4PL) is in the Distribution & Logistics subject.
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