👉 In the context of logistics and supply chain management, a "predistributor" is an entity that procures goods from another location to meet the needs of a customer. Predistributors are typically involved in the process of buying, storing, and distributing products across different locations. Predistributors can be categorized into two main types: direct distributors and indirect distributors. Direct distributors directly procure and deliver goods to customers, while indirect distributors may act as intermediaries between sellers and buyers, facilitating the transfer of goods