Product Distribution the Basic

Next, the author makes an in-depth analysis of the means of transport, its
characteristics, its post and its cons. It tells us that regardless of the kind of
business we have, whether small or large, at some point we will need to send or
receive products. Choosing a correct means of transport means creating a balance
between time and money when making the right choice, you will get pleasantly
satisfied customers. When choosing a means of transport the budget must be the
most important factor, speed counts if perishable items are transported since it
would be a very bad idea to send the cargo to a three-month trip.

When products are expensive or shipped by sea, it is necessary to consider

insurance of goods in transit or marine and will be paid by the buyer or seller,
depending on the conditions of the exchange

If the cargo is valuable, a vehicle tracking system can be used to find out exactly
where the cargo

Transport modes

The choice of the correct mode of transport depends on the size and urgency of
the shipment.

Compared to air transport, shipping products by sea is relatively cheaper if shipped

in large quantities however it is very delayed and there are not many ports.

Road transport on the road is economical, convenient and one of the most flexible
but not as friendly to the environment and may be subject to unexpected delays.
When transporting by road, several height, weight and length restrictions must be
taken into account. At the moment a truck must not measure more than 1.65m (54
feet) high 255m (8.4 ") wide and 44 tons including fuel and the truck.

If you transport products outside the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, a
contract for the transport of goods by road or CMR (Convention Relative au contrat
de international transport de merchandises par route) is necessary. This
agreement regulates the adjudication and processing of orders, the responsibility in
case of delays and of losses or damages in the transported merchandise.

Rail transport is fast ecological and is not subject to delays however it is inflexible
and can be very expensive.
Maritime cargo ships are composed of the following:

 Container ships: they carry 20 to 40 containers for rent

 Cargo ships: carry loose cargo
 Bulk carriers: transported without packaging can be grains, carbon etc.
 Tankers: carry liquids
 Vessels roll-on-roll of (ro-ros): transport of cargo passengers and vehicles.
There are two types of shipping line ships that have a fixed rate with fixed
schedules. the vagrant ships that operate according to the needs of those
who rent them.

Air transport is undoubtedly the fastest way to transport items over long distances
but it is not very ecological and too expensive and only ends up with cargo airlines.

The airlines charge per kilogram, adding to the costs the handling fees, fuel
surcharge and risk, customs fee as well as tariffs and VAT if it is imported.

In summary, the author tells us that the most convenient means of transport must
be chosen according to the needs of the company and its customers, which have
needs that we must meet because a satisfied customer always returns.
 Glosary

 Airfreight: Flete por avión

 Haulage: Acarreo
 Wrapping: Envase
 Dunnage: Material para Cargar
 Courier: Mensajero
 Cheap: Barato
 Supplier: Proveedor
 Choosing: Elegir
 Liner: Transatlantico
 Likewise: De la misma manera
 Disappantea: Decepcionado
 Hazardoos: Peligroso
 Budgetary: Presupuestario
 Insurance: Seguro
 Avoid: Evitar
 Whiledamage: Daño de tiempo
 Forwarders: Promotoras
 Shipment: Envío
 Reliable: De confianza
 Vessels: Vasos
 Relatively: Relativamente