DutiLog is a firm that specializes in providing warehousing, order processing, and transporting solutions to a diverse group of firms. Firms contract DutiLog to manage a part or most of their order fulfillment process. Thus, DutiLog is an example of a:
a. mediator.
b. third-party logistics company.
c. federal administrative agency.
d. job shop.
ANSWER: b
DutiLog is an example of a third-party logistics company. Third party logistics firms (3PLs) provide functional logistics services to others.
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