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The scope and tempo of any operation is bounded by the logistics that can sustain it, meaning logistics does not merely support strategy but actively constrains what strategy is possible. Commanders who plan operations beyond their sustainment capacity create culminating points where momentum collapses regardless of tactical success.
Supply systems can either push standardized packages forward on a schedule or respond to actual demand pulled by the units consuming resources. Demand-based pull reduces waste and matches real needs but requires accurate, fast information flow; anticipatory push guarantees availability but accumulates excess and stagnant stockpiles when forecasts miss.
A smaller, faster, more flexible logistics flow outperforms a large static stockpile because speed of resupply lets units carry less and move freely. Accumulating mountains of supplies creates a vulnerable, immobile target and ties forces to fixed positions, so the goal is velocity of delivery rather than volume of inventory.