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logistical
Relating to logistics, that is, the planning, management, and organization of complex processes, especially flows of goods, information, and people.
Der Umzug der gesamten Firma war eine logistische Meisterleistung.
Moving the entire company was a logistical masterpiece.
logistical
Used figuratively to describe the organizational and practical challenges of a task or project.
Die Organisation des Festivals war logistisch sehr anspruchsvoll.
Organizing the festival was very logistically demanding.
'Logistisch' (logistical) is the adjective formed from the noun 'die Logistik' (logistics). The ending '-isch' is a typical way German adjectives are derived from nouns.
Die Logistik für das Großprojekt war extrem komplex.
The logistics for the major project were extremely complex.
In the context of companies, transport, and flows of goods, the literal meaning (m01) is intended. When it is about organizing private or general projects such as a move or a party, the figurative meaning (m02) is usually meant.
Die Lieferung verzögert sich aus logistischen Gründen.
The delivery is delayed for logistical reasons.
In the technical language of business and transport, 'logistisch' (logistical) is often combined with nouns such as 'Prozesse' (processes), 'Kette' (chain), 'Planung' (planning), or 'Zentrum' (center).
Ein neues logistisches Zentrum wird in der Nähe des Hafens gebaut.
A new logistics center is being built near the harbor.
In the figurative meaning, 'logistisch' (logistical) is often connected with words such as 'Herausforderung' (challenge), 'Problem' (problem), 'Aufwand' (effort), or 'Meisterleistung' (masterpiece/feat).
Ein Familientreffen mit 50 Personen zu organisieren, ist ein großer logistischer Aufwand.
Organizing a family gathering with 50 people is a major logistical effort.
organizational
Organisatorisch refers generally to the planning and structure of a project. Logistisch is more specific and mainly concerns practical procedures and the management of flows of materials, people, or information. For transport, supplies, or distribution, logistisch is therefore usually the better choice.
Für das Festival müssen wir logistisch noch den Transport der Geräte und die Ankunft der Gäste planen.
For the festival, we still need to plan the transport of the equipment and the guests’ arrival from a logistical perspective.
Für das Festival müssen wir organisatorisch noch den Zeitplan und die Aufgaben der Teams klären.
For the festival, we still need to clarify the schedule and the teams’ responsibilities from an organizational perspective.
