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Capacity Planning

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Last updated: 22 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

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Capacity planning in logistics begins the moment order volumes fluctuate or seasonal peaks become foreseeable: warehouse space, transport vehicles, and staffing are systematically aligned with projected demand. The goal is to prevent bottlenecks without building up costly surplus capacity. A freight forwarder anticipating higher volumes must decide early whether to book additional cargo space, engage subcontractors, or scale internal resources—last-minute fixes are invariably more expensive. Capacity planning therefore bridges day-to-day operational control with longer-term investment decisions, making it a core discipline within supply chain management.

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