# Key Logistics Performance Indicators (LPIs)

*Last updated: 2026-06-25*

> When on-time delivery rates drop or freight costs spike without obvious cause, Key Logistics Performance Indicators (LPIs) are what quantify the problem and provide the baseline for corrective action.

When on-time delivery rates drop or freight costs spike without obvious cause, Key Logistics Performance Indicators (LPIs) are what quantify the problem and provide the baseline for corrective action. LPIs are measurable metrics used by freight forwarders and logistics managers to systematically monitor transport, warehousing, and supply chain processes – common examples include on-time delivery rate, transit time, freight cost per shipment, order accuracy, and inventory turnover. Tracking these figures over time surfaces performance trends, pinpoints bottlenecks, and supports targeted improvement. Note that LPI also refers to the World Bank's Logistics Performance Index, a separate country-level benchmarking tool.

**Source:** [https://www.supplychainquarterly.com/articles/1965-key-logistics-performance-indicators](https://www.supplychainquarterly.com/articles/1965-key-logistics-performance-indicators)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Key Logistics Performance Indicators (LPIs) |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 98 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-25 |
| Source | https://www.supplychainquarterly.com/articles/1965-key-logistics-performance-indicators |

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