Differences Between Services and Goods Definitions and distinctions Goods are p hysical objects devices, or things ° Services are deeds, performances, or actions Goods are fixed in form and require physical distribution services are delivered as problem solutions on or off-site Copyright 2001 by Harcourt, Inc. All rights reservedCopyright © 2001 by Harcourt, Inc. All rights reserved. 17-3 Definitions and distinctions • Goods are physical objects, devices, or things. • Services are deeds, performances, or actions. • Goods are fixed in form and require physical distribution; services are delivered as problem solutions on or off-site. Differences Between Services and Goods