Inbound logistics is the area of logistics that deals with the receipt of materials, raw materials or other goods within a company in order to effectively supply it with the necessary resources. It is a partial aspect of the entire supply chain. This includes all activities required to control and manage material flows from suppliers to the warehouse or production site.
The main difference between inbound and outbound logistics lies in the direction of material flow. Inbound logistics is the flow of materials that flow into the company from external sources. In contrast, outbound logistics refers to the flow of materials that leave the company and are forwarded to external destinations (e.g. retail).
