Differences between traditional trade and modern trade
In emerging markets, modern trade is still in the early stages of development, especially in some less developed economies in
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The challenges of servicing mom-and-pop shops – and why they still matter
Servicing mom-and-pop shops with low volume and limited space is difficult and often expensive. But traditional outlets also have a
Supply chain difficulties working in frontier markets
Forecasting demand and managing stakeholder engagement are difficult at the best of times. As supply chains grow longer and more
Micro distribution in emerging markets– key issues to consider
There is increased interest in micro distributors and the potential they hold within an inclusive business model. Well documented micro
Reasons distributors in emerging markets fail
Implementing a 3rd party distribution system in emerging markets can be a challenging undertaking. Below are some reasons why distributors in
Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) for SMEs in emerging markets
Where information is lacking, inventory often takes the place, all at a cost. Emerging market operations are a case and
