# Distribution logistics

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Distribution logistics governs all processes that move finished goods from manufacturer or wholesaler through to the end customer – covering inventory management, order picking, packaging, carrier selection, intermediate storage, and returns handling.

Distribution logistics governs all processes that move finished goods from manufacturer or wholesaler through to the end customer – covering inventory management, order picking, packaging, carrier selection, intermediate storage, and returns handling. In freight forwarding practice, it ties directly into route optimisation, shipment tracking, and last-mile delivery concepts. It is distinct from procurement logistics, which manages inbound flows from supplier to production facility, and from intra-logistics, which deals with internal warehouse operations. The requirements placed on delivery frequency, consignment size, and service levels differ substantially depending on whether shipments flow to business customers or end consumers.

**Source:** [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Absatzlogistik](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Absatzlogistik)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Distribution logistics |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 96 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Absatzlogistik |

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