Manufacturer.
A manufacturer produces goods in a large quantity.
It allows businesses to save money by not running their own factories.
Usually manufacturers sell their goods to distributors or other manufacturers.
For example, a tire manufacturer could make tires for cars factories or sell them to a tire distributor.
Distributor.
A distributor distributes goods to a network of businesses.
It usually sells goods to retailers.
For example, a food distributor will buy goods from a manufacturer and sell them to supermarkets.
Supplier.
A supplier provides products or services to other businesses.
A manufacturer usually relies on many different suppliers.
For example, Toyota has hundreds of components suppliers around the world.
A manufacturer usually relies on many different suppliers.
A supplier provides products or services to other businesses.
Carrier.
A carrier transports goods from one place to another.
Carrier allow businesses to move a large number of goods quickly and safely.
Carriers can also help retailers deliver shipments.
A carrier transports goods from one place to another.
Retailer.
A retailer sells goods directly to consumers.
Retailers allow consumers to buy their products online or in stores.
Examples of retailers include supermarkets, department stores, and bookstores.
Which business buys from a distributor to sell goods to customers.
What kind of business transports goods from one place to another?
What kind of business buys goods from manufacturers and sells them to stores?
A distributor helps manufacturers sell their goods to retailers.
What kind of business sells goods directly to the public?
A retailer sells goods directly to consumers.
What kind of business provides products and services to a business?
A retailer sells goods directly to consumers.