logistics Tech Comparison
Supply Chain Optimisation vs Fleet Resupply Tenders
Comparing the Supply Chain Optimisation (Tier 2) and Fleet Resupply Tenders (Tier 3), both logistics technologies in Starforge MMO. Use this to decide which to queue first when your research lab can only run one project at a time.
Research Comparison
| Attribute | Supply Chain Optimisation | Fleet Resupply Tenders |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T2 | T3 |
| Research time | 10▼ | 14 |
| metal cost | 10,000▼ | 25,000 |
| crystal cost | 5,000▼ | 12,000 |
| credits cost | 20,000▼ | — |
| Effect | +10% -building upkeep | +50% -return to base cooldown |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Supply Chain Optimisation
Reduces upkeep costs for all buildings by 10%.
Requires: logistics 1
Fleet Resupply Tenders
Support ships resupply combat fleets in the field, reducing return-to-base cooldown by 50%.
Unlocks ships: tender mk1
Requires: logistics 2
Which Should You Research First?
The Supply Chain Optimisation is the lower-tier prerequisite step and typically comes first in the logistics branch, opening the path toward Fleet Resupply Tenders.