ED – Electronic Distribution

What is the meaning / definition of ED in the hospitality industry?

ED stands for: Electronic Distribution (also called online distribution). It is a type of distribution that uses purely electronic media. E-distribution is an important component of E-commerce.

In hospitality it encompasses all the electronic channels of distribution, which can be accessed through internet, intranet or through an interfaced connection. It includes GDS, OTAs and other Web Booking Engines.

See also:

• Distribution Strategy
• Extranet
• Channel Management

Synonyms

• ED
• Electronic Distribution