Businesses that manage a variety of logistics related services for clients by using Third Party Logistics Providers (3PL). The provider integrates the technology and does not perform any of the services. Differs from third party logistics in the following ways,1. 4PL organization is often a separate entity established as a joint venture or long-term contract between a primary client and one or more partners, 2. 4PL organization acts as a single interface between the client and multiple logistics service providers, 3. All aspects (ideally) of the client’s supply chain are managed by the 4PL organization, and, 4. It is possible for a major third-party logistics provider to form a 4PL organization within its existing structure.