1PL Meaning in Logistics

1PL or First Party Logistics definition refers to the logistics carried out by a company on behalf of itself. This means that the company handles the transport and distribution of its goods. Starting with the point of production to the end-user or person who will use them.

In contrast, 2PL and 3PL refer to the use of third-party logistics companies to handle these activities. 1PL is popular among production companies with its transportation and distribution networks. It allows them to control every aspect of their supply chain.