You are working as a supply chain manager in ABC Denim Mills which is located in Korangi, Karachi, Pakistan. The firm gets its raw material from cotton fields in Sindh and exports all of its finished goods (Denim Clothing). The firm is the top exporter of garments in Pakistan and exports all of its product to USA. Briefly describe the transportation mode the firm uses during its entire supply chain right from cotton fields till its customer in USA.

You are working as a supply chain manager in ABC Denim Mills which is located in Korangi, Karachi, Pakistan. The firm gets its raw material from cotton fields in Sindh and exports all of its finished goods (Denim Clothing). The firm is the top exporter of garments in Pakistan and exports all of its product to USA. Briefly describe the transportation mode the firm uses during its entire supply chain right from cotton fields till its customer in USA.

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Chapter14: Marketing Channels And Supply Chain Management

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