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GLOSSARY

A glossary of widely used words in the logistics industry. Delve into the
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Edge data center
A facility that brings computing resources closer to the edge of the network, allowing for more efficient performance.
Elastic logistics
Elastic logistics
The flexibility to expand or reduce capabilities to accommodate changing demands within the supply chain
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
An exchange of information or documents electronically between companies
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
The standardized format to exchange documents electronically among organizations.
European Union Emission Trading System (EU ETS)
A carbon emission trading scheme aimed at lowering emissions in the EU.
Exoskeletons
Exoskeletons are wearable devices that assist or augment human physical capabilities.