Verteilpunkt

Verteilpunkt is a German term that translates roughly to "distribution point." The expression is not standardized across disciplines and can have different meanings depending on the context. In practice, it is used informally to denote a node or point where something is distributed or disseminated.

In probability and statistics, a Verteilpunkt may refer to a point associated with a distribution. Informally it can mean a point in the support of a random variable or, less commonly, a mass point where the distribution puts positive probability mass (as opposed to a continuous region). The term is not a standard technical label in most German texts; more precise language would typically speak of the support, atoms of a distribution, or quantiles (percentiles) rather than a generic “Verteilpunkt.” When used, it usually points to points of interest related to a distribution rather than to a formal concept with a single definition.

In logistics and supply chain contexts, a Verteilpunkt is a physical location in a distribution network where goods are received, stored, sorted, and forwarded to final destinations. These points may be called distribution centers, hubs, or cross-docks in practice, and they play a key role in routing and fulfillment strategies.

In information technology and networking, the term can appear to describe a node or location where data is distributed to downstream systems or clients, analogous to edge nodes in content delivery networks or distributed computing architectures.

Because of its broad usage, clarity often depends on the surrounding field and explicit definition.