business that buys from manufacturer in bulk and sells in smaller quantities to retailers - COSTCO
Three stage distribution channel
producer, retailer, consumer
products with high demand
high profit margins
Toshiba sells to Currys, to consumers
Two stage distribution channel
manufacturer selling to consumer
products sold online
Ryanair
Changes in distribution to reflect social trends so business' can adjust their distribution strategies to better meet the needs of their customers and stay competitive in the marketplace
Online distribution and its change to reflect social trends
convenient
drop-shipping, which allows them to sell products without holding stock
Once the business has sold the products, they are shipped directly from the producer to the customer
This reduces the cost and complexity of distribution, making it easier for businesses to sell online
AMAZON
The Shift from Product-based Businesses to Service-based Businesses
consumers value experiences over material possessions delivering services to customers directly, such as through a mobileapp or website
This requires a different set of distribution capabilities than traditional product-based distribution