Wholesale of information and communication equipment

NACE v2.1 Code: G46.5

About wholesale of information and communication equipment

NACE code 46.5, 'Wholesale of information and communication equipment', represents a crucial sector within the broader wholesale trade industry. This industry is responsible for the distribution and supply of a wide range of electronic and digital products, including computers, telecommunications equipment, and consumer electronics. As the global economy becomes increasingly reliant on information and communication technologies, the importance of this industry in facilitating the flow of these essential goods cannot be overstated.

Production process

The wholesale of information and communication equipment involves the procurement, storage, and distribution of these products to various downstream industries and end-consumers. Wholesalers in this sector typically acquire goods from manufacturers or other suppliers, often in bulk quantities, and then sell them on to retailers, businesses, or other resellers. The key processes involved include inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics coordination to ensure the efficient delivery of these products to the appropriate channels.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the wholesale of information and communication equipment include the electronic and digital products themselves, which are sourced from 26.2 Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment, 26.3 Manufacture of communication equipment, and other related manufacturing industries. Wholesalers also rely on warehousing facilities, transportation networks, and information systems to manage their inventory and distribution operations effectively.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the wholesale of information and communication equipment industry are the various electronic and digital products that are distributed to a wide range of customers, including 47.4 Retail sale of information and communication equipment in specialised stores, 62.0 Computer programming, consultancy and related activities, and 95.1 Repair of computers and communication equipment. These products are essential for the functioning of modern businesses, households, and the broader digital economy.

Revisions to 46.5

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 46.5. The most recent 2 versions of this code (46.5) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 46.5.

Family tree for wholesale of information and communication equipment

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G'>G: WHOLESALE AND RETAIL TRADE</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46'>46: Wholesale trade</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/5'>46.5: Wholesale of information and communication equipment</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/1'>46.1: Wholesale on a fee or contract basis</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/2'>46.2: Wholesale of agricultural raw materials and live animals</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/3'>46.3: Wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/4'>46.4: Wholesale of household goods</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/6'>46.6: Wholesale of other machinery, equipment and supplies</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/7'>46.7: Wholesale of motor vehicles, motorcycles and related parts and accessories</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/8'>46.8: Other specialised wholesale</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/9'>46.9: Non-specialised wholesale trade</a>"]

    C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/50'>46.50: Wholesale of information and communication equipment</a>"]


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