Convenience Store Value Chain

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Manufacturer     Distributor     Retailer     Consumer

    A manufacturer produces products for sale to consumers. They use the distribution channels to deliver the product to the end user.
    Manufacturers define the product, how it will be used, why it has value, determines the price to be sold, etc. Most manufacturers use marketing techniques that allow them to target a specific group of consumers. They spend money to market to this chosen customer.