... The Definition, Evolution, and Role of Logistics inBusiness 11.1 The Definition of Logistics 51.2 The Evolution of Logistics and Supply Chain Management 51.3 Logistics Activities 121.4 Logistics ... Global logistics is much more com-plex than domestic logistics, due to the multiplicity of handoffs, players, lan-10 SUPPLY CHAIN STRATEGYFIGURE 1-8 Supply chain logistics. Supply Chain FlowsManufacturerWholesalerRetailerConsumerSupplierSupplier ... Finally, the term management suggests that a single partyin the chain can truly manage and dictate the operations of the supply chain. Instead, the best any party can do is to collaboratively plan the...