Real Dictionary

logistics
If you refer to the logistics of doing something complicated that involves a lot of people or equipment, you are referring to the skilful organization of it so that it can be done successfully and efficiently.

logistics in American English
the branch of military science and operations dealing with the procurement, supply, and maintenance of equipment, with the movement, evacuation, and hospitalization of personnel, with the provision of facilities and services, and with related matters
the branch of military science having to do with procuring, maintaining, and transporting materiel, personnel, and facilities

logistics in British English
the science of the movement, supplying, and maintenance of military forces in the field

logistics in Retail
noun: Logistics is the management of the flow of goods between point of origin and point of destination to meet customer and corporate requirements.