Expeditor: meaning, definitions and examples

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expeditor

 

[ ษ›kหˆspษชdษชtษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

logistics management

An expeditor is a person or entity that facilitates or speeds up the delivery of goods or services. They often act as intermediaries between suppliers and clients to ensure that products are delivered in a timely manner. Expeditors may also be involved in communications to resolve issues that might delay delivery. Their role is crucial in logistics and supply chain management, as they help streamline processes and reduce lead times.

Synonyms

broker, coordinator, dispatcher, facilitator.

Examples of usage

  • The expeditor coordinated with the shipping company to ensure timely delivery.
  • As an expeditor, she managed the logistics of transporting goods.
  • The expeditor's role is essential for meeting tight deadlines.
  • He worked as an expeditor to improve supply chain efficiency.

Translations

Translations of the word "expeditor" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น expedidor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเคฟเคชเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Versender

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengirim

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะบัะฟะตะดะธั‚ะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ekspeditor

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใ‚ฏใ‚นใƒšใƒ‡ใ‚ฃใ‚ฟใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท expรฉditeur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ expedidor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรถnderici

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐœ์†ก์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุฑุณูู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ expeditor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ expeditor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‘่ดงไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ekspeditor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sendingur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถั–ะฑะตั€ัƒัˆั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒ–แƒ˜แƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรถndษ™rษ™n

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ expedidor

Etymology

The term 'expeditor' originates from the Latin word 'expeditus', which means 'unimpeded' or 'free from hindrance'. This Latin term derives from 'ex-' meaning 'out' and 'pedere' meaning 'to impede or obstruct'. The concept evolved as trade and logistics grew more complex, particularly with the rise of global commerce that necessitated efficiency in the delivery of goods. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the role of the expeditor became formalized in logistics, encompassing tasks like arranging shipments and ensuring timely deliveries. The term has been widely adopted in various industries, becoming integral to supply chain management and corporate logistics as businesses strive for operational efficiency.