Neal Elbaum Explains How Logistics Impacts Global Trade and Economic Growth
When people talk about global trade, they often picture goods crossing oceans or trucks loading up at busy warehouses. But what holds all of this together is one critical system—logistics. Without it, international trade would simply not function. With over two decades of hands-on experience in the shipping and logistics world, Neal Elbaum breaks down how logistics fuels global trade and drives economic growth in real, measurable ways. Why Logistics Is the Backbone of Global Trade Global trade has grown rapidly over the last few decades. But this growth depends on goods getting from point A to point B efficiently and reliably. Neal Elbaum explains that logistics makes this possible by: Reducing delivery times across countries and continents Lowering costs for businesses and consumers alike Creating seamless movement through customs, ports, and warehouses Without well-run logistics, shipments would get stuck at borders, store shelves would sit empty, and businesses would lose valuable ...