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Channel Structures

While channels can be very complex, there is a common set of channel structures that can be identified in most transactions. Each channel structure includes different organizations. Generally, the organizations that collectively support the distribution channel are referred to as channel partners. The direct channel is the simplest channel. In this case, the producer sells directly to the consumer. The most straightforward examples are producers who sell in small Read More

The Nature and Functions of Distribution

Distribution is efficiently managing the acquisition of raw materials by the factory and the movement of products from the producer or manufacturer to business-to-business (B2B) users and consumers. It includes many facets, such as location, hours, website presence, logistics, atmospherics, inventory management, supply-chain management, and others. Logistics activities are usually the responsibility of the marketing department and are part of the large series of activities Read More

Mark’s Courses

Penn Highlands Community College
BUS110: Introduction To Business
BUS125: Management Principles
BUS206: Operations Management
ECO100: Macroeconomics
ACP100: Academic & Career Planning

Southern New Hampshire University
MKT113: Introduction To Marketing
MKT205: Applied Marketing Strategies
MKT229: Integrated Marketing Communications

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