fourth-party logistics
A logistics operation that uses third-party logistics services on behalf of its…A logistics operation that uses third-party logistics services on behalf of its customers, rather than controlling a fleet of its own vehicles.
Meaning
1 senses(uncountable)A logistics operation that uses third-party logistics services on behalf of its customers, rather than controlling a fleet of its own vehicles.
Origin
After third-party logistics; coined by the Accenture consulting company.After third-party logistics; coined by the Accenture consulting company.
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Synonyms
1 synonyms4PL
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable
See also
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