logistics

noun

Definition of logisticsnext
as in engineering
the things that must be done to plan and organize a complicated activity or event that involves many people My mother was in charge of the logistics of our camping trip. Logistics are the key to a successful military campaign. the logistics of a political campaign

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  1. engineering
  2. management
  3. handling
  4. operation
  5. administration
  6. government
  7. governance
  8. leadership
Noun
  • However, the path to a truly useful and affordable home robot is filled with engineering challenges.
    — Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 16 Mar. 2025
  • The program combines archaeology, history, anthropology, and engineering elements to preserve and interpret America's industrial heritage.
    — Scott White, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of engineering
Noun
  • Wheesung bounced between a number of different management companies in the ensuing years and a decade into his solo run reverted to his early career stage name, Realslow.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Likewise, leadership abilities are crucial for those in management roles and those looking to drive change and innovation within their organization.
    — Luciana Paulise, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of management
Noun
  • Trump's handling of tariffs, however, is where there is the most dissatisfaction in the CNN poll, with 61 percent of respondents disapproving and only 39 percent approving.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
  • This capability, combined with more robust handling of handwritten content, apparently gives Google's model a practical edge over competitors in real-world document-processing tasks for now.
    — Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of handling
Noun
  • Although removed from day-to-day operations in London and somewhat out of the view of senior leaders, Frediani is a major presence on daily editorial calls.
    — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 6 Mar. 2025
  • Ukraine’s only nearby major body of water is the Black Sea, where ongoing military operations are underway.
    — Tim Mak, Bon Appétit, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of operation
Noun
  • Duterte’s defense Duterte’s legal team said that Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration shouldn’t have allowed the global court to take custody of the former leader because the Philippines is no longer a party to the ICC.
    — Mike Corder, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Musk's posts today have been a combination of news about the Trump administration, updates on Tesla technology, and podcast clips about himself, President Donald Trump, and Vice President JD Vance.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of administration
Noun
  • He's also uprooted what the GOP has long decried as social engineering by liberals, reflected recently by programs known as DEI (for diversity, equity and inclusion) − now banned in the federal government.
    — Susan Page, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Eyewitnesses have accused government supporters of carrying out execution-style killings and video footage has emerged of mass graves.
    — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN, 9 Mar. 2025
Definition of government
Noun
  • As highlighted in a 2024 Deloitte survey, 58% of organizations still lack a strategic governance structure for workforce management.
    — Majeed Hosseiney, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
  • After the 1995 Dayton accords ended the Bosnian war and established a new governance structure, international and national entities set out to bring war criminals to justice.
    — PATRICK VINCK, Foreign Affairs, 4 Mar. 2025
Definition of governance
Noun
  • Personal development ranges from practical skills like sewing and gardening to career advancement through leadership training and personal branding.
    — Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Carney’s remarks marked his first direct message to Trump since winning his party’s leadership election earlier this week.
    — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of leadership
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