Retail sale of books in specialised stores

NACE v2.0 Code: G47.61

About retail sale of books in specialised stores

NACE code 47.61 covers the retail sale of books in specialised stores. This industry plays a vital role in the broader economy, providing access to knowledge, culture, and entertainment for consumers. Bookstores serve as hubs for intellectual discourse, fostering a love of reading and supporting the publishing industry. As more people seek out physical books in an increasingly digital world, the importance of this industry continues to grow.

Production process

The retail sale of books in specialised stores involves the procurement, curation, and sale of physical books to end consumers. Bookstore owners and managers carefully select titles based on customer demand, industry trends, and the store's unique positioning. Books are typically sourced from publishers and wholesalers, with stores often maintaining relationships with a network of suppliers. Effective inventory management, merchandising, and customer service are key to the success of this industry.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the retail sale of books in specialised stores include the physical books themselves, which are sourced from publishers and wholesalers. Bookstores also require retail space, either owned or leased, as well as shelving, display units, and other fixtures to showcase the merchandise. Additionally, bookstores rely on skilled staff to provide customer service, recommend titles, and manage the store's operations.

Production outputs

The primary output of the retail sale of books in specialised stores is the sale of physical books to consumers. These books may cover a wide range of genres, including fiction, non-fiction, academic, and children's literature. The books sold in specialised bookstores may be consumed by individual readers 58.11 Publishing of books, as well as by other NACE codes such as 85.42 Tertiary education and 90.01 Performing arts, where books are used for educational, research, or cultural purposes.

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 41 versions of this code (47.61) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 47.61 ( NACE v2.0).

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (47.61).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
4761ISIC v4.0Retail sale of books, newspapers and stationary in specialized stores

Family tree for retail sale of books in specialised stores

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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/47/6'>47.6: Retail sale of cultural and recreation goods in specialised stores</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/47/61'>47.61: Retail sale of books in specialised stores</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/47/62'>47.62: Retail sale of newspapers and stationery in specialised stores</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/47/63'>47.63: Retail sale of music and video recordings in specialised stores</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/47/64'>47.64: Retail sale of sporting equipment in specialised stores</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/47/65'>47.65: Retail sale of games and toys in specialised stores</a>"]

    

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