Wholesale of information and communication equipment

NACE v2.0 Code: G46.5

About wholesale of information and communication equipment

NACE code 46.5, 'Wholesale of information and communication equipment', represents a crucial industry within the broader wholesale trade sector. 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 products from manufacturers to retailers, businesses, and other end-users. Key activities in this industry include sourcing products from 26.2 Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment and 26.3 Manufacture of communication equipment suppliers, maintaining inventory, and efficiently delivering goods to customers through established logistics networks.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the wholesale of information and communication equipment include the electronic and digital products themselves, as well as supporting infrastructure such as warehousing facilities, transportation services, and information technology systems. Wholesalers in this industry must also have access to a skilled workforce capable of managing inventory, processing orders, and providing customer support.

Production outputs

The 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 play a crucial role in enabling the adoption and use of information and communication technologies across the 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 page shows a legacy version of code 46.5 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (46.5).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
465ISIC v4.0Wholesale of machinery, equipment and supplies

Family tree for wholesale of information and communication equipment

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G'>G: WHOLESALE AND RETAIL TRADE; REPAIR OF MOTOR VEHICLES AND MOTORCYCLES</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46'>46: Wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/5'>46.5: Wholesale of information and communication equipment</a>"]

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

    C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/51'>46.51: Wholesale of computers, computer peripheral equipment and software</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/52'>46.52: Wholesale of electronic and telecommunications equipment and parts</a>"]


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