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The initial focus on physical distribution or outbound logistics was logical since finished goods were usually higher in value, which meant that their inventory, warehousing, materials-handling, and packaging costs were relatively higher than their raw materials inputs. In U.S.A., a national organization, the National Council of Physical Distribution Management (NCPDM), was organized to foster leadership, education, research, and interest in the area of ________ management.