TY - JOUR AB - The role of the distributor in the handling of chilled products is examined. The rationale for contracting out distribution and the problems associated with distribution in the cool chain are explored. A detailed analysis of how the distributor can meet the rigorous standards required by its customers is given. The article concludes with suggestions to improve distribution through the cool chain, from educating the final consumer through to improvements in the design and packaging of products. VL - 18 IS - 6 SN - 0959-0552 DO - 10.1108/EUM0000000002937 UR - https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000002937 AU - Bristow David PY - 1990 Y1 - 1990/01/01 TI - THE COOL CHAIN: THE ROLE OF THE DISTRIBUTOR T2 - International Journal of Retail & Distribution Management PB - MCB UP Ltd Y2 - 2024/04/19 ER -