John and Michael Cohan recent graduates of the University of Technology have decided to retail widgets to various organizations island wide. They realized that the design of their distribution network is going to be critical in the achievement of the level of profitability that they desire, Advice the business men as to at least five (5) factors which must be consider as they design their distribution network.

John and Michael Cohan recent graduates of the University of Technology have decided to retail widgets to various organizations island wide. They realized that the design of their distribution network is going to be critical in the achievement of the level of profitability that they desire, Advice the business men as to at least five (5) factors which must be consider as they design their distribution network.

Marketing

20th Edition

ISBN:9780357033791

Author:Pride, William M

Publisher:Pride, William M

Chapter14: Marketing Channels And Supply Chain Management

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