Digital Logistics

In 2030, everything has been computerized, digitized and is on-line. Not only that, but our grandchildren have grown up in this world and are as comfortable with being on-line as we are with color television Marketplace globalization has marched on at an increased pace, making the world more interdependent than ever thought possible. Technology has made it so there are few places in the world where you cannot go on-line. Computer processing power and availability have made virtual reality worlds as real as the real world. Virtual reality scenarios move beyond the gaming industry and find uses in all aspects of daily life. Nanotechnology, biotechnology, and infotechnology advances have made the impossible, possible. Low cost computing is a part of everything we do. These changes will have dramatic effects on military logistics. Changes to our logistics processes, computer systems and how we manage our people need to be put into motion now so that we will be prepared to take advantage of the digital future.