Summit to explore Indiana's logistics opportunities - Business First of Louisville:

Summit to explore Indiana's logistics opportunities - Business First of Louisville::

"The fourth annual Indiana Logistics Summit on Nov. 14 will is expected to draw more than 250 experts from government, business and academics to discuss opportunities for the state, including expanding and improving transportation infrastructure to grow existing business and growing the advanced manufacturing and biofuels industries.

'The terms distribution and logistics mean deciding where you need something and when you need something, and a major issue for Indiana is how to effectively use all of our transportation modes together, seamlessly integrating freight movement on ships, trains and trucks,' John Schneider, Purdue University's assistant vice president for industry research and outreach, said in a news release. 'We must work to maximize our current resources and strategic geographical location.'"