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What modern phenomena has forced the logistics industry to adapt and evolve more than anything else?
E-Commerce / Internet
What does "Intermodal" mean?
Different "modes" of transport (ships, trucks, and trains)
During the Middle Ages, which city was the world leader in logistics infrastructure because of its "roads" made of water?
Venice
Beyond just teaching logistics principles, what physical infrastructure did the Roman Empire build to control its trade routes and maintain its vast territories?
The Romans built a massive, interconnected system of roads that allowed for the fast movement of both soldiers and commercial goods.
Which transportation method pollutes least?
Sea
In the 19th century, what specific "land-based" infrastructure revolutionized logistics by replacing horse-drawn wagons for long-distance transport?
Rail networks (Railroads). These allowed for the mass transport of goods across entire continents at speeds that were previously impossible.
Which transportation method pollutes the most?
Air
As cities grew in the Middle Ages and trade distances became longer, what new type of infrastructure was created to hold goods efficiently before they reached their final destination?
Warehouses (storage facilities)
Before the invention of the telegraph and rail networks, what was the primary limitation on how fast logistics information could travel?
Physical Travel
What was traded besides goods in the Silk Road?
Language, Religion, Gunpowder,
In the "Today/Future" section, the video mentions three specific types of autonomous technology. Mention one.
Drones /Trucks / Cars
Why did containerization changed everything?
Easy stacking, secure transportation. Faster, cheaper and more efficient movement of goods.