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A distribution channel is a chain of businesses or intermediaries through which a good or service passes until it reaches the final buyer or the end consumer. Distribution channels can include wholesalers, retailers, distributors, and even the internet. (Investopedia)

Distribution departments will generally be responsible for control over warehousing and dispatch as well as transport. The distribution manager will be responsible for making sure that goods are sent out on time, that orders are made up accurately and that transport is regularly maintained. The distribution manager will also be responsible for ensuring that the company employs the most cost-effective and reliable distribution channels. (Business Studies by David Needham, Robert Dransfield)