Distribution and Delivery of Products to Retailers Is Part of The

question 27

Multiple Choice

Distribution and delivery of products to retailers is part of the:

• A)downstream portion of the supply chain.
• B)external supply chain.
• C)upstream portion of the supply chain.
• D)supplier's internal supply chain.
• E)midstream portion of the supply chain.

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Definitions:

Short Term Financing

Financing obtained for a time period of up to one year, used to fund immediate operational needs such as inventory purchase or payroll.

Bankers Acceptances

A short-term debt instrument issued by a company that is guaranteed by a commercial bank, often used in international trade.

Inventory Loan

A loan taken by a company to purchase inventory, where the inventory itself often serves as collateral for the loan.

Carrying Costs

Expenses incurred by a company for holding inventory over a period of time, including costs associated with warehousing and maintaining goods.