The U.S. Air Force is using a Plumtree portal to help plan military command and manage aircraft maintenance logistics around the world, including in Afghanistan.

FORBES: Magazine Article

And because 80% of the parts were common to all three versions, maintenance and logistics would be simpler and cheaper.

ECONOMIST: The defence industry

As its initial action, the Task Force forged partnerships with the five largest manufacturing credentialing bodies to provide opportunities for service members to gain industry-recognized, nationally-portable certifications for high-demand manufacturing jobs -- including welding, machining, maintenance, and logistics -- almost all of which have median hourly wages above the national average.

WHITEHOUSE: The White House

If we are going to tackle health care for millions of people across Africa we must first tackle the most basic elements of any health system: logistics, maintenance, local skills and communications.

FORBES: Let's Finally Get the Fundamentals of Healthcare in Place in Africa

Afghan forces can resupply themselves with food and fuel and water but are still struggling with planning, logistics, equipment maintenance and contracting, Stader said, adding that the brigade he is currently mentoring in eastern Afghanistan needs at least another year of advising before it will be able to operate independently.

NPR: Fighting Season Is Testing Ground For Afghan Force