Manufacturer:
Manufacturer is the one who creates the goods by using the various resources in order to sell the product. To produce a product it needs to go through various steps. It is a branch of an industry.
Distributor:
Distributor is the one who distributes the goods or products to the customers or retailers. It acts as a bridge between a manufacturer and retailer. Its function is similar to the distributor but slightly different as it performs an active role than the manufacturer.
Differences:
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| Definition (www.oxforddictionaries.com) |
A person or company that makes goods for sale. | An agent who supplies goods to retailers. |
| Synonyms | Company, producer, builder, operator and corporation | Dealer, salesperson, trader, merchandiser and middle person |
| Antonyms | Concentrator, antiquarian, buyer, bearer, aggregator | |
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| Types | The types of distributors are:
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| Word origin | The word manufacturer was originated in circa 1687. | The word distributor was originated in 1526. |
| Advantages/Benefits | Its advantages are:
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| Disadvantages | Its disadvantages are:
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