Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

branch-plant

Noun

/bræntʃ plænt/

Definition

A branch-plant is a facility or office of a company that is located away from its main headquarters, operating semi-independently in a different geographical area.

Examples

The automobile company opened a new branch-plant in the Midwest to better reach its customers.
Many large corporations have branch-plants to take advantage of local resources and workforce.
She works at the branch-plant of a multinational corporation.

Meaning

It refers to a subsidiary or division of a larger organization that engages in business functions such as manufacturing or sales at a location separate from the main office.