It may be argued that the Distribution Center is a form of Warehouse. But the Distribution

Center $($DC$)$ is different than a traditional warehouse because:

A distribution center is a larger facility, when measured in square footage, than a traditional warehouse

a distribution center takes on the role of facilitating the timed flow of inventory from shipper to customer.

A distribution center employs more people than a traditional warehouse.

A distribution center stores goods for the long term, while a traditional warehouse focuses on shortterm storage $q,$

$$ Distribution centers are located in urban areas, whereas warehouses are located in rural areas.