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Evidencia 4: resumen product distribucion the basics

Presentado pro: ALEJANDRO RODRIGUEZ VANEGAS

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Summary Product distribution: the basics”

The author wants to express the importance of the means and modes of transport according
to the characteristics of the product in order to be able to bring the client in optimal
conditions taking into account factors such as time and costs.

Another aspect that must be taken into account are the characteristics of the product such as
perishables, if they are dangerous substances, if the merchandise is valuable or expensive,
the quantity of product that is required to be shipped, which are the means of transportation
that are They will use will depend on the conditions that have been agreed with the client,
likewise it is important to take into account to insure the merchandise and be clear when
negotiating what will be the responsibility that the supplier and the client will assume.
the modes of transport are the highway: it is characterized by its flexibility, however it is
not friendly to the environment, since today companies that require hiring a company are
interested in aspects such as the environment, since their policies are aimed at preserving
the environment in many cases is a promise of sale that sets them apart from the
competition.
The railway, in comparison with the highway, is usually inflexible and expensive, it is
recommended when it is used for long journeys in which what is transported goes from the
point of origin to destination or in which it is not necessary to use another mode of
transport. This is the transport of coal. However, there are countries in which this mode
shows relevance and great importance in the transport of merchandise due to the low costs.
The air is one of the fastest to travel long distances, but more expensive because it
involves payment of duties, and usually taxes must be paid, in addition to the merchandise
is measured per kg.
The maritime or river: compared to air transport, it is usually much cheaper, although it has
its limitations such as the availability of ports, but it is very convenient for transporting
bulk, solid merchandise and containers, machinery, vehicles.
We could conclude that the means of transport used to carry out the shipment will depend
on the characteristics of the product and the conditions that have been negotiated to choose
the means of transport and the logistics platform that allows for better negotiation.

Glossary
Aduana– customs
Agentede carga - Freight forwarders
Buques - vessels
Calendario - schedule
Costoso – expensive
Embalaje – packaging
Empaque – packing
Envío – shipping
Ferrocarril – Rail Flete
Aereo - airfreight
Llamativo – striking
Peligroso – dangerous
Perecedero – perishable
Presupuesto –budget
Productos – products
Proveedor– supplier
Rastreo - tracking Riesgo -
risk.
Sistema – system
Transporte – transport
Valioso– Valuable