About Agents

What is an Agency?

An agency refers to a company that acts as an intermediary, handling transactions or representing another party.

There are primarily two types of agency agreements: Distributor Agreement and Agency Agreement.

These agreements differ in their terms and responsibilities, so it's crucial to understand which type is best suited to your needs before signing a contract.

The differences between Distributor Contracts and Agent Contracts

Distributor Contract
Agency Contract
Distributor Contract Agency Contract
Contract Structure Sales contract is established between the manufacturer and the distributor, and between the distributor and the customer Sales contract is established between the manufacturer and the customer (with the agent facilitating the contract)
Pricing of Products Set by the distributor Set by the manufacturer
Inventory and Payment Risks Borne by the distributor Borne by the manufacturer
Contract Responsibilities to End Users The distributor is responsible for the contract The manufacturer is responsible for the contract

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