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    FFB established itself as a trendsetter in fashion but faced challenges expanding into standard clothing production. It had to balance custom and standard production which had different processes, costs, and inventory management. It also had to adjust sales, marketing, finance, and relationships between departments to account for the different product lines and customers.

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    Case 1 - Fashion Forward Boutique

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    FFB established itself as a trendsetter in fashion but faced challenges expanding into standard clothing production. It had to balance custom and standard production which had different processes, costs, and inventory management. It also had to adjust sales, marketing, finance, and relationships between departments to account for the different product lines and customers.

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    FFB established itself as a trendsetter in fashion but faced challenges expanding into standard clothing production. It had to balance custom and standard production which had different processes, costs, and inventory management. It also had to adjust sales, marketing, finance, and relationships between departments to account for the different product lines and customers.

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    Case Study: Fashion Forward Boutique

    Fashion Forward Boutique (FFB), a small clothing manufacturing company, established itself as a
    trendsetter in the fashion industry with its bespoke designs and uncompromising commitment to
    quality. Founded by a team of fashion enthusiasts, the company quickly gained recognition for its
    ability to create custom-designed garments that catered to the unique tastes of its clientele.

    As FFB's reputation for innovation and creativity spread, so did the demand for its products.
    Recognizing an opportunity to capitalize on their success and expand their market reach, the
    company made a strategic decision to diversify its product offerings.

    Expanding beyond their niche of custom-designed clothing, FFB introduced a line of standard
    clothing items tailored to appeal to a broader consumer base. This expansion aimed to leverage the
    company's design expertise and craftsmanship while tapping into new market segments and
    increasing sales volume.

    However, this expansion into standard clothing production brought forth a host of operational
    challenges for FFB. Firstly, the company had to navigate the delicate balance between producing
    custom-designed garments and manufacturing standard clothing items. Custom orders often
    required intricate detailing, specialized materials, and individualized tailoring, resulting in longer
    production lead times and higher production costs. Conversely, standard clothing items demanded
    more streamlined production processes to meet the demands of mass production while maintaining
    the company's commitment to quality and style.

    Secondly, managing inventory for standard clothing items presented a new set of challenges. Unlike
    custom orders, which were typically made-to-order with longer lead times, standard clothing items
    required FFB to accurately forecast demand and maintain optimal stock levels to fulfil customer
    orders promptly. This shift in inventory management practices necessitated the implementation of
    new systems and processes to ensure efficient inventory control, minimize carrying costs, and
    reduce the risk of excess inventory or stockouts.

    Additionally, the company's expansion into standard clothing production had implications for the
    relationships between the production department and other functional areas. The sales and
    marketing teams were tasked with developing strategies to promote and sell both custom-designed
    garments and standard clothing items, each targeting different customer segments with distinct
    preferences and purchasing behaviours. Similarly, the finance department had to adjust its
    budgeting and financial planning processes to account for the varying cost structures and revenue
    streams associated with each type of product.

    In conclusion, FFB faced a myriad of decisions and challenges as it navigated the complexities of
    producing custom-designed and standard clothing items for different market segments. By
    addressing these challenges effectively and aligning its operations with its strategic objectives, the
    company could position itself for continued growth and success in the competitive fashion industry.

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    Questions:

    1. Make a comparison between two lines of products at FFB by referring to the following
    aspects: variation, uncertainty, volume, order-winning criteria, competitive priorities, and
    capacity planning options.
    2. Discuss how the Law of variability buffering, Law of trade-offs, and Law of Focus relate to the
    case study and how changes to the product range have influenced their use of buffers as
    well as the customer order penetration point.
    3. What might the manager have done differently to help avoid some of these problems he
    now faces?

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