Distribution & Supply Chain Flashcards
What is Business-to-Business Marketing?
Businesses selling to other businesses.
What is a Channel of Distribution?
Path from maker to buyer.
What is a Direct Channel?
Selling straight to customers.
What is an Indirect Channel?
Selling with middlemen involved.
What is Distribution?
Getting products to people.
What is a Distribution Center?
Warehouse for sending products.
What is Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)?
Sharing business info online.
What are Exports?
Selling stuff to other countries.
What are Imports?
Buying stuff from other countries.
What is Logistics?
Moving products efficiently.
What is a Point-of-Sale (POS) System?
Computer tracking sales instantly.
What is a Supply Chain?
Steps to get products sold.
What is a Warehouse?
Storage place for products.
Key Concept: Why is Distribution Important?
A product needs to be in the right place at the right time to sell well.