541614 — Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing operating advice and assistance to businesses and other organizations in: (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.
Illustrative Examples
- Freight rate or tariff rate consulting services
- Productivity improvement consulting services
- Manufacturing management consulting services
- Inventory planning and control management consulting services
- Transportation management consulting services
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Planning and designing industrial processes and systems--are classified in Industry 541330, Engineering
- Services;
- PROFESSIONAL, SCIENTIFIC, AND TECHNICAL SERVICES 469
- Providing computer systems integration design services--are classified in U.S. Industry 541512, Computer
- Systems Design Services;
- Arranging transportation of freight between shippers and carriers--are classified in Industry 488510, Freight
- Transportation Arrangement; and
- Operating warehousing and storage facilities and providing related logistics services--are classified in
- Industry Group 4931, Warehousing and Storage.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 541614 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services |
| SBA Size Standard | $20,000,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 8,360 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 541600 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 54 → 541 → 5416 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 4731 - Arrangement of Transportation of Freight and Cargo (via SIC1987:4731→NAICS1997:541614→2002:541614→2007:541614→2012:541614→2017:541614→2022:541614)
- SIC 8742 - Management Consulting Services (via SIC1987:8742→NAICS1997:541614→2002:541614→2007:541614→2012:541614→2017:541614→2022:541614)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC R706 — Logistics Support Services
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 541614:
- Sector 54 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 5416
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 541614 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 541614 is 'Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 54 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $20,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 541614?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 541614 is $20,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 541614?
NAICS code 541614 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 4731 - Arrangement of Transportation of Freight and Cargo, 8742 - Management Consulting Services.