Previous to Apple, success in the computer industry was being an effective distribution channel for Microsoft Windows.

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The network is designed to provide a highly reliable and cost effective distribution model for distributors and exhibitors alike.

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The classic philanthropy model (the super rich who devote the rest of their lives to the effective distribution and use of their wealth to alleviate societal ills) is still a long way away for China as it needs to overcome the lack of religious, cultural and historical precedents to philanthropy that is so evident in western countries.

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Until governments tackle the social and political factors involved in poverty and effective food distribution, she says, millions of people will continue to go hungry.

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The big chains' distribution systems, so effective in stocking superstores in malls, are of little advantage in cyberspace.

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You need to know how to be effective at design, proofing, editing, distribution, and promotion.

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Serving the tens of thousands of independent outlets was costly for publishers, however, because of the costs of managing orders and expenses for distribution and publishers had difficulty creating effective marketing campaigns with so many independent firms.

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But while recognizing these benefits, we also knew that without a targeted, strategic outreach plan that went beyond initial distribution, film would fall short as an effective tool for change.

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There was no real national distribution scheme, very little marketing and advertising, and no effective system of consumer finance.

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