# Distribution

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Distribution is the logistics process of moving goods from a production site or warehouse to their final destinations through transport, sorting, and handling.

Distribution is the logistics process of moving goods from a production site or warehouse to their final destinations through transport, sorting, and handling. It spans the full chain from dispatch to delivery, coordinating physical flows—vehicles, transhipment points, loading operations—with information systems such as tracking, inventory management, and delivery scheduling. In freight forwarding, distribution typically includes customs clearance at destination, handover to the consignee's carrier, and last-mile delivery. The term refers to the physical movement of goods, not the commercial act of selling—a distinction worth keeping in mind, as 'distribution' in some English-speaking business contexts carries a sales or channel connotation.

**Source:** [https://www.inboundlogistics.com/cms/glossary/distribution/](https://www.inboundlogistics.com/cms/glossary/distribution/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Distribution |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 100 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://www.inboundlogistics.com/cms/glossary/distribution/ |

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