Strategic Distribution Management Foundation

How to start a distribution business, How to manage a warehouse, How to calculate safety stock etc.

What you'll learn

How to start a distribution business

How to manage a warehouse

How to distribute publicity materials

Ways to distribute leaflet effectively

How to calculate safety stock

Setting up an efficient and functional warehouse

How to manage office supplies and maintain inventory

Requirements

No special requirement

Desire to learn more about distribution

Description

    Distributors can be split into two categories based upon who they serve. First, retail distributors buy from wholesalers or manufacturers and sell products directly to consumers. In contrast wholesale merchant distributors buy from manufacturers and resell the products to retailers or other distributors. Which one is right for business will depend on your goals and experience. The distribution strategy refers to the strategy implemented by companies to reach as many potential customers as possible at the lowest usage cost. An effective strategy maximizes a company's revenue, but a poor and ill- planned can lead to a loss and even enable competitors to gain from it. Location is a crucial factor in determining distribution strategy. A strategic location can be different depending on the type of products and services. Additionally, it is connected to roads and ways to distribute products. Businesses located near harbors and rail trains, for example can use the track nearby.  The location of inventory plays a crucial role in directing a company's distribution strategy. In addition, it is also important to supply management and warehouse management. One of the pivotal aspects that needs to be taken into account is transportation. Without reliable transportation, the product will never reach its target market in time. It may affect the quality of products, if it's not long-lasting products. To maintain the condition of products,  packaging of products must be considered as well. Distribution channel is a method used by companies to distribute products to customers. The channel is chosen by considering which one is the most effective and efficient.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 What is distribution strategy

Lecture 3 Types of distribution strategies

Lecture 4 Key distribution strategy components

Lecture 5 Hotel distribution strategy elements

Lecture 6 The keys to a successful distribution strategy for your business

Lecture 7 How do you make your distribution strategy unique

Lecture 8 Factors affecting distribution strategies

Lecture 9 Distribution metrics versus key performance indicators

Section 2: How To Start A Distribution Business

Lecture 10 Creating a business strategy

Lecture 11 Getting your business started

Section 3: How To Manage A Warehouse

Lecture 12 Prioritizing warehouse employees

Lecture 13 Managing warehouse employees

Lecture 14 Overseeing all warehouse operations

Lecture 15 Reviewing delivering and pick up operations

Section 4: How To Distribute Publicity Materials

Lecture 16 Handing out materials

Lecture 17 Getting materials to peoples homes

Lecture 18 Hanging materials in other places

Section 5: Ways To Distribute Leaflets Effectively

Lecture 19 Designing effective leaflets

Lecture 20 Creating distribution strategies

Lecture 21 Handing leaflets to customers

Lecture 22 Distributing leaflet creatively

Section 6: Setting Up An Efficient And Functional Warehouse

Lecture 23 Creating a warehouse layout

Lecture 24 Warehouse equipment

Lecture 25 Warehouse zones

Lecture 26 Warehouse layout examples

Section 7: How To Calculate Safety Stock

Lecture 27 What is safety stock

Lecture 28 Why your business needs safety stock

Lecture 29 How to calculate safety stock

Lecture 30 Calculating safety stock using standard deviation

Section 8: How to manage office supplies and maintain inventory

Lecture 31 How to manage office supplies and maintain inventory

Workers warehouse staff, managers, directors, marketers, business owners, suppliers, consultants, CEO, companies, supermarket owners etc.