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Description:  The micro-consignment model provides local vendors in remote regions with essential products for resale to the community.

Source:  CNNMoney.com – video report

Date: 08/13/2010

Link: http://money.cnn.com/video/news/2010/08/13/n_cc_microconsignment_model.cnnmoney/

Questions for discussion: 

  • How is micro-consignment different from micro-finance?
  • Which one do you believe is superior for encouraging economic development?
  • How is micro-consignment similar to more familiar network marketing approaches like Amway and Avon?

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