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In this Discussion we are going to concentrate on the distribution of a product or service.   

Have you ever heard of the term DISINTERMEDIATION?   

This means to flatten an organization – removing one or more links in the distribution chain.  In recent years, the internet has been a source of disintermediation as products traditionally sold through physical retail outlets can now be distributed directly from the manufacturer directly to the consumer - eliminating the MIDDLE MAN.  By eliminating the middle man the price of the product can be reduced.   

Identify a product now offered directly over the internet that used to be available only through a separate retailer.  (Indicate the website where you found this product.)

 (Be careful with this question as internet retailers - e.g., Amazon - and websites sponsored by traditional retailers - e.g., macys.com - do not constitute disintermediation, but only replace or complement traditional physical outlets.)

Explain the advantages and disadvantages associated with internet distribution for this product.

 

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