There are several types of independent distribution routes. When purchasing a route, it is important to identify and purchase a route delivery business that is profitable and capital-generating. There are different types of road delivery companies that are available in different locations. Knowing the different types of routes available and their unique characteristics will go a long way to helping you make an informed decision about the correct route business to venture into.

The different types of routes along with their unique characteristics are:

Snack Routes: This is a route offered by companies like Snyder’s-Lance, Mission Tortilla, Tim’s Cascade, Utz, etc. This particular type of trade route requires a lower physical level as the products are delivered in boxes. Its autonomy is very high although management from suppliers helps to increase sales. Financing is almost always available through the provider’s banking partner.

Cookie paths: This route is offered by companies such as Pepperidge Farm, Voortman’s, etc. This particular type of trade route requires a lower physical level as the products are easy to move and have very long expiration codes. Its autonomy is very high although management from suppliers helps to increase sales. Financing is available for larger businesses, such as Pepperidge Farm, while smaller businesses may not have any.

ATM Routes: This particular type of route business has complete autonomy and requires very little physical effort, since cash is the only product that is distributed. Financing comes from a third party, as it is almost always sold directly from the owner to independent operators.

Sales routes: This is a route offered by companies like Healthy You. This particular type of business route has full autonomy and requires moderate physical effort as beverages are the most cumbersome product. Financing comes from a third party, as it is almost always sold directly from the owner to independent operators.

Bread routes: This is the bread route offered by companies like Pepperidge Farm, Holsum, Bimbo, Sara Lee, Arnold, Martin’s and many other local bakeries. This particular type of bread route business requires a higher level of fitness, as the products are heavy and mostly delivered in large stacks. Its autonomy is very high although management from suppliers helps to increase sales. Financing is almost always available through the provider’s banking partner.

Pool routes: This particular type of business route has full autonomy and requires moderate physical effort. Financing comes from a third party, as it is almost always sold directly from the owner to independent operators.

The characteristics discussed above are typically true for each of the business types, although the independent paths may vary. Knowing all of these details will allow you to make an informed decision about the route delivery business that is right for you.