Retail trade not in stores, stalls or markets

ISIC v4.0 Code: 479

About retail trade not in stores, stalls or markets

isic code 479 covers the retail trade of goods through various channels outside of traditional brick-and-mortar stores, such as online platforms, mail order, and vending machines. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader retail landscape, providing consumers with convenient and accessible shopping options. As e-commerce and remote purchasing continue to grow, the importance of this industry in the overall economy is expected to increase.

Production process

The main production techniques in this industry involve the procurement, storage, and distribution of goods through various non-store channels. This includes the development and maintenance of online marketplaces, the management of mail-order catalogs and fulfillment processes, and the deployment of vending machines and other automated retail systems. The key focus is on creating efficient and user-friendly platforms that allow consumers to easily access and purchase a wide range of products.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for this industry include the goods and products being sold, which can come from a diverse range of 469 Wholesale trade and commission trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles and 10-33 Manufacturing industries. Additionally, this industry requires investments in technology, logistics, and distribution infrastructure to support the non-store retail operations. Human resources, such as customer service and logistics personnel, are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The main outputs of this industry are the retail sales of goods to end consumers through various non-store channels. The products sold can span a wide range of categories, including 45-47 Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles, 58-63 Information and communication, and 95 Repair of computers and personal and household goods, among others. The goods sold in this industry are ultimately consumed by households and individuals, contributing to the overall retail consumption in the economy.

Family tree for retail trade not in stores, stalls or markets

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G'>G: Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/47'>47: Retail trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/479'>479: Retail trade not in stores, stalls or markets</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/471'>471: Retail sale in non-specialized stores</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/472'>472: Retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/473'>473: Retail sale of automotive fuel in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/474'>474: Retail sale of information and communications equipment in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/475'>475: Retail sale of other household equipment in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/476'>476: Retail sale of cultural and recreation goods in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/477'>477: Retail sale of other goods in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/478'>478: Retail sale via stalls and markets</a>"]

    C --> L["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/4791'>4791: Retail sale via mail order houses or via Internet</a>"]
C --> M["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/4799'>4799: Other retail sale not in stores, stalls or markets</a>"]


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