Retail Logistics - Supply Chain
February 2023 • Logistics and supply chain optimization analysis
Strategic Map: Retail Logistics Landscape
Evolution of logistics operations and supply chain management
Attribution: This map is licensed under CC-BY-SA 4.0 by Simon Wardley. View the original work on Miro.
Map Overview
Key Insights
- • Evolution toward autonomous delivery systems
- • Sustainability becoming central to logistics strategy
- • Distributed inventory management optimization
- • Infrastructure modernization requirements
Strategic Implications
- • Autonomous vehicles reshaping last-mile delivery
- • Sustainability metrics driving operational decisions
- • Distributed storage reducing delivery times
- • Technology debt requiring infrastructure investment
Key Components
Sustainability
Fuel mix optimization and environmental impact measurement
Distributed Inventory
Storage optimization and inventory management systems
Autonomous Delivery
Robotics and autonomous systems for first to last mile
Supply Chain Awareness
Transparency and visibility across the entire supply chain
Learning Points
Evolution Patterns: How logistics components mature from custom solutions to commodities
Technology Adoption: Understanding the progression of autonomous systems in logistics
Sustainability Integration: How environmental concerns reshape operational strategies
Infrastructure Investment: Recognizing when legacy systems need modernization