Distribution Economics
The financial aspects of managing a distribution network, including trade margins, costs, and profitability.
Implications
The study of the costs, efficiencies, and economic implications of distributing products from manufacturers to consumers, often involving the analysis of distribution channels, logistics, pricing, and market reach to optimize profitability and market penetration.
Example
Example: A retail chain analyzes distribution economics to determine the most cost-effective way to ship products from its warehouses to stores, balancing transportation costs with delivery speed.
Related Terms
Different from production economics, which focuses on the cost and efficiency of creating goods, distribution economics deals with the challenges and costs of getting those goods to market.