The monograph systematically describes the theoretical, methodological and practical aspects of distribution logistics in the context of designing an optimal system and choosing rational options for the distribution network. The main conceptual apparatus is presented, the methodology and scientific base of distribution logistics are investigated. The current issues of interaction between logistics and marketing in building a distribution system, the main participants in the distribution network of companies and their features, the evolution of logistics outsourcing in the Russian Federation, the main approaches to the formation of an optimal distribution network are considered. Basic models of rational warehouse network design, author's guidelines and algorithms of optimal distribution system design are given.