# distribution center

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> In the supply chain, a distribution center sits between the supplier or manufacturer and the end recipient, consolidating inbound freight and preparing outbound shipments for regional or last-mile delivery.

In the supply chain, a distribution center sits between the supplier or manufacturer and the end recipient, consolidating inbound freight and preparing outbound shipments for regional or last-mile delivery. Unlike a conventional warehouse focused on long-term storage, a distribution center is optimized for throughput: goods arrive, are sorted or picked to order, and dispatched with minimal dwell time. Retailers, e-commerce operators, and freight forwarders rely on distribution centers to serve defined delivery regions efficiently. The term is sometimes used interchangeably with fulfillment center, though the latter typically implies direct-to-consumer order processing at a finer unit level.

**Source:** [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Distributionszentrum](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Distributionszentrum)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | distribution center |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 96 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Distributionszentrum |

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