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Glossary of Retailing Terminology - Index of D Terms
Learn more about the retail business by browsing this dictionary of retailing terminology. The following retail-related words on this page feature definitions of terms beginning with the letter D. For detailed descriptions, view the individual glossary entry page for each term.
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Glossary Index: A | B | C | D | E | F | G| H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z
Dead Stock
Does your retail store have dead stock? Learn more about this retailing term for used or unsold merchandise.
Digital Signage
Digital signage refers to a variety of technologies used to replace traditional retail signs. Instead of static print signs and billboards, digital signage is composed of electronic signs dispersing content and messages in the most targeted, interactive way.
Drop Shipping
Drop shipping is the process in which a retailer markets a product, collects payment from the customer and then orders the item from a supplier, to be shipped directly that customer. The retailer's profit is the difference between the amount collected and the amount spent. No inventory is held and the retailer is not involved in the shipping.