The Defense Logistics Agencydlais A Vital Combat Support Agency Within The United States Department Of Defenseestablished In 1961It Plays A Key Role In Managing The Logistics System For The U Smilitaryensuring Effective Support For Military Operations And Readinessthe Dla S Mission Is To Deliver Readiness And Lethality To The Warfighter While Providing Quality Global Logistics Dla Offers A Comprehensive Range Of Servicesincluding Procurement And Supply Chain Managementwarehousing And Packagingtransportationand Logistics Planningit Manages Supplies Essential For Military Operationssuch As Foodwaterconstruction Materialsfuelmedical Equipmentand Flight Publicationsthe Agency Serves Various Customersincluding The Five Military Branchescombatant Commandsstate And Local Agenciesinternational Partnersand Executive Departmentswith A Workforce Of Around 25 000 Employeesthe Dla Is Organized Into Multiple Supply Chains To Ensure Efficient Delivery Of Goods And Services
