What is a Service

Last updated: 2025-01-20
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Definition of a Service

A service is the output of labor or resources provided by a service provider that benefits the customer. Both the customer and the provider can be individuals or organizations, either inside or outside the company. Services are non-physical products and cannot be stored.

  • Services are intangible products.
  • They are the outcome of business processes.
  • The result, outcome  f a service can sometimes be a tangible product (like a logo from graphic design services).
  • Unlike physical products, services cannot be stored.
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