The 20th century was marked by conflicts that tested the organizational and mobility capabilities of armies and entire nations. Logistics, which had already evolved during the Industrial Revolution, became a strategic element essential for winning battles and, in many cases, the war itself.
During World War I and World War II, the mass transportation of troops, weapons, food, and medical supplies demanded innovations that forever transformed logistics management. More sophisticated systems emerged to plan routes, store supplies, and coordinate deliveries under extreme and ever-changing conditions.
Roads, ports, and railway networks were integrated into complex supply chains that had to be agile, secure, and adaptable. Technological advances were also driven forward, such as aviation and vehicle mechanization, which expanded the horizons of fast and efficient transport.
Furthermore, communication was perfected through the use of radios and electronic systems that enabled coordination of operations on a global scale, anticipating the interconnected world we live in today.
Did you know…?
During World War II, logistics accounted for up to 60% of the total effort of the Allied forces. The success of operations depended as much on the ability to manufacture weapons as on the skill to move and maintain them on the battlefield.
After the war, these innovations were transferred to the civilian sphere, giving rise to new techniques and technologies that boosted global trade and the globalized economy.
At STM Logística, we continue this tradition of innovation and efficiency to offer solutions that meet today’s challenges. Because in logistics, every detail counts.
In the next chapter, we will explore the digital era and how technology revolutionized transportation and logistics management in the modern world.
