Logistics, in its simplest form,

A) is a military term, as it was developed originally to supply the battlefield.
B) combines inbound logistics with the outbound logistics of physical distribution.
C) is another term for transportation management.
D) does not involve customer service or other related functions.

Logistics involves the coordination and management of all aspects of the supply chain, including inbound logistics (such as procurement and raw materials) and outbound logistics (such as transportation and delivery). It also includes functions such as inventory management, warehousing, and customer service. While logistics was originally developed for military purposes, it now applies to a wide variety of industries and businesses.