Retail sale of books
NACE v2.1 Code: G47.61
About retail sale of books
NACE code 47.61 covers the retail sale of books, which is a crucial component of the broader publishing and media industry. This sector plays a vital role in the dissemination of knowledge, culture, and entertainment, catering to the diverse reading preferences of consumers. As a key link in the book supply chain, the retail sale of books contributes significantly to the overall economy, providing employment opportunities and facilitating the exchange of ideas and information.
Production process
The retail sale of books involves the acquisition of books from publishers or wholesalers, the organization and display of these books in a retail setting, and the facilitation of sales transactions with customers. Retailers may employ various techniques to enhance the shopping experience, such as creating themed displays, hosting author events, and offering complementary products like stationery or gifts.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the retail sale of books industry include a diverse inventory of books, ranging from bestsellers to niche titles, as well as the necessary infrastructure and equipment to operate a retail space, such as shelving, point-of-sale systems, and inventory management software. Retailers may also rely on the services of 46.49 Wholesale of other household goods to source and distribute their book inventory.
Production outputs
The primary output of the retail sale of books industry is the sale of books to individual consumers. These books may cover a wide range of genres, including fiction, non-fiction, academic, and children's literature. The books sold by retailers in this industry are often consumed by 85.42 Tertiary education, 85.20 Primary education, and 90.01 Performing arts, as well as the general public.
Revisions to 47.61
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 47.61. The most recent 4 versions of this code (47.61) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 47.61.
Family tree for retail sale of books
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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/47'>47: Retail trade</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/6'>47.6: Retail sale of cultural and recreational goods</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/61'>47.61: Retail sale of books</a>"]
C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/62'>47.62: Retail sale of newspapers, and other periodical publications and stationery</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/63'>47.63: Retail sale of sporting equipment</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/64'>47.64: Retail sale of games and toys</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/69'>47.69: Retail sale of cultural and recreational goods n.e.c.</a>"]
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