Logistics support to semi-independent operations

A good article, sums up a comparison of capability and requirements. Deals with the struggles of liquids in the supply chain...it's a pain because you can't stack it. What it ignores is the immense tactical and operational risk you accrue like interest everyday that BCT isn't topped off. There is a culminating point that you try and shove as far to the right as possible. If the enemy, Weather, terrain, and your own doctrine delay your resupply, you will culminate. A unit must retain its ability to stay on the offensive longer than their enemy.