Distribution service means dividing up a large cargo and delivering it to customers. Distribution service involves transporting goods to the distribution centre, arranging distribution rounds and delivering goods. The described stages comprise the following activities:
- Transporting goods to the delivery centre – bigger delivery or deliveries are transported to the delivery centre where the goods are assembled in smaller orders.
- Arranging delivery rounds – delivery rounds for distributing goods are arranged to deliver goods to the customer in the most efficient and operative way possible. Intervals of delivery rounds and other terms are prior agreed with the customer.
- Delivering goods – taking goods to recipients and, in case of need, preparing appropriate delivery documents.