Business Type
Here are definitions and explanations of Service,
Production, and Trading businesses:
Service Business
A service business provides intangible products, which are
not physical in nature. Service businesses focus on delivering expertise,
knowledge, and skills to customers.
Examples of service businesses:
- Consulting firms
- Healthcare providers
- Financial institutions
- Educational institutions
- Transportation services
- Hospitality services
Characteristics of service businesses:
- Intangible products
- Focus on customer experience
- Expertise and knowledge-based
- Often requires human interaction
Production Business
A production business, also known as a manufacturing
business, creates physical products through various processes. Production
businesses transform raw materials into finished goods.
Examples of production businesses:
- Automobile manufacturers
- Food processing companies
- Textile manufacturers
- Electronics manufacturers
- Furniture makers
Characteristics of production businesses:
- Physical products
- Transformation of raw materials
- Focus on efficiency and quality control
- Often requires significant investment in equipment and
infrastructure
Trading Business
A trading business, also known as a merchandising business,
involves buying and selling products without transforming them. Trading
businesses act as intermediaries between suppliers and customers.
Examples of trading businesses:
- Retailers
- Wholesalers
- Importers and exporters
- Distributors
- Online marketplaces
Characteristics of trading businesses:
- Buying and selling products
- No transformation of products
- Focus on pricing, marketing, and logistics
- Often requires strong relationships with suppliers and
customers