A channel of distribution is made up of the organizations and individuals who participate in the movement and exchange of products and services from the producer to the final consum

In a direct channel there are intermediary businesses that perform some of the marketing functions.

In a direct channel, the producer sells directly to the final consumer

Channel management tools include technology that helps manage a channel of distribution. Which one of the options below is NOT a channel management tool?

Wholesalers are companies that assist with distribution activities among businesses. They do not work with final consumers in any significant way. Their role is to provide needed marketing functions as products and services move through the channel of distribution between producers and other businesses.

Wholesalers can provide access to new and international markets and to small and medium-sized companies and retailers.

What statement about retailers such as TARGET is NOT TRUE?

 Physical distribution (also known as logistics) is the process of efficiently and effectively moving products and materials through the distribution channel.

Common options for storing and handling products while they are moving through the distribution channel include what?

Physical distribution includes what activities?

What are the categories of wholesalers?

What specialized services do wholesalers NOT offer?

Wholesalers have shifted their focus to serve small and medium-sized retailers because some large retailers refuse to deal with wholesalers, instead choosing to work directly with manufacturers.

Girl Scout Cookies sales are mostly done through what retail channel?

Vending machines and kiosks are examples of what kind of retailing?

The distribution function involves determining the best methods and procedures to use so that prospective customers can locate, obtain, and use a business’s products and services.

A retailer is the final business organization in an indirect channel of distribution for consumer products.

What are three common ways to classify retailers?

In what ways has retailing changed in response to shifting consumer preferences and changes in the business environment? Select the answer that is NOT TRUE.