What is meant by Publishing distribution?
A publishers' distribution service is a service company that handles storage, order processing, shipping, and factoring for publishers. It acts as an intermediary between publishers and the book trade by managing the logistical and administrative tasks of product distribution for its clients.
Typical software functions in the area of "publishers' distribution service":
- Inventory Management: Recording and monitoring stock levels for various publishers and products.
- Order Management: Processing and managing orders from different sales channels.
- Invoicing: Creating and sending invoices on behalf of publishers.
- Shipping Processing: Coordinating and optimizing the shipping process for various product types.
- Returns Management: Handling returns and issuing credit notes.
- Reporting and Analysis: Generating sales statistics and performance reports for publishers.
