A strategy where a manufacturer offers its product through two or more different marketing channels to reach one or more customer segments is a:
AMultichannel Distribution System
BHorizontal Marketing System
CCorporate VMS
DAdministered VMS
Explanation
* Multichannel Distribution Systems (Hybrid Channels) occur when a single firm sets up two or more marketing channels to reach customer segments.
* Example: Selling computers through retail stores, company websites, and direct business sales force.
* While expanding market coverage, multichannel systems can increase channel conflict.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Place Strategy
- Subtopic: Channel Architecture

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