Discusses the distribution network within the country from how products enter to final destination, including reliability and condition of distribution mechanisms, major distribution centers, ports, etc.
Last Published: 8/1/2019

The UK has well-developed sales and distribution channels, ranging from wholly-owned subsidiaries of foreign manufacturers to independent trading companies that buy and sell on their own account.  Between these two extremes are independent resellers, sales agents, and stocking distributors, who have contractual relationships with their suppliers. The selection of an appropriate marketing organization depends largely on the nature of the goods and services involved.  Also, increasing international e-commerce has contributed the growth of local fulfillment and delivery/return services.
 

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