Title: Identify the types of vendors.
Course: Small Business Marketing (12161) > Section: Understanding Product/Service Management

Identification should include

- manufacturer
- retailer
- service provider
- wholesaler.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What makes a manufacturer vendor different from a wholesaler or distributor?
- What are the benefits and risks of sourcing directly from a manufacturer?
- What factors should be considered when choosing a vendor for products/services?
- What are the differences in distribution for brick-and-mortar and e-commerce companies?
- What are the benefits of different businesses in the supply chain?
- Why is supply chain management important?