541614 Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing operating advice and assistance to businesses and other organizations in areas, such as: (1) manufacturing operations improvement; (2) productivity improvement; (3) production planning and control; (4) quality assurance and quality control; (5) inventory management; (6) distribution networks; (7) warehouse use, operations, and utilization; (8) transportation and shipment of goods and materials; and (9) materials management and handling. The data published with NAICS code 541614 are comprised of this part of the following SIC industry: 8742 (pt) Process, Physical, Distribution, and Logistics Consulting