Which of the following is an advantage of manufacturer/distributor storage with customer pickup?
A) Facility costs can be very high if new facilities have to be built.
B) Transportation cost is lower than the use of package carriers, especially if using an existing delivery network.
C) Order visibility is difficult but essential.
D) Product variety is similar to other manufacturer or distributor storage options.
Answer: B
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