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

Agente de carga - Freight forwarders

Buques - vessels

Calendario - schedule

Costoso – expensive

Embalaje – packaging

Empaque – packing

Envio – 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