Flexibility in supply chains of clothing retailers

Project Report , 2016 , 40 Pages , Grade: B-

Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance

This dissertation will be based on the idea of analytically reviewing the supply chain flexibility concept and is based on the thorough understanding of given concept in the textile industry. In this research report, models of firm performance and supply chain traits will be critically analysed.

As a result, this research will outline suggestions in regard to the enhancement of supply chain flexibility. This research project will be instrumental for giving recommendations to other tradition clothing retailers. In this manner, clothing retailers would be able to improve their supply chain flexibility. There are certain objectives of this research project that are outlined below:

- To learn about the relationship between flexibility-firm performance and flexibility-uncertainty.

- To analyse the link between the supply chain characteristics and firm performance.

- To identify certain areas where potential improvement will be induced. This will be made sure through in-depth analysis of both companies’ (discuss in case study section) supply chain flexibility.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Chapter-1: Aims & Objectives
• 1.1. Background Context
• 1.2. Problem Statement
• 1.3. Aim & Objectives
• 1.4. Summary
• Chapter-2: Literature Review
• 2.1. Concept of Flexibility
• 2.2. Linkage between Flexibility & Uncertainty
• 2.3. Linkage between Flexibility & Performance
• 2.4. Kraljic Matrix
• 2.5. Fast Fashion Industry
• 2.6. Summary
• Chapter-3: Methodology
• Chapter-4: Case Studies
• 4.1. Company Profiles of ICA AB (Aktiebolag/Ltd.) and ZARA
• 4.1.1. ICA AB (Aktiebolag/Ltd.)
• 4.1.2. ZARA
• 4.2. Comparative Analysis of ICA AB (Aktiebolag/Ltd.) and ZARA
• 4.2.1. Mutual Understanding
• 4.2.2. Environtmental Uncertainty
• 4.2.3. Technological Complexity
• 4.2.4. Interdependence
• 4.2.5. Supplier Dependence
• 4.3. Summary
• Chapter-5: Analysis & Discussion
• 5.1. Analysis
• 5.2. Discussion
• 5.2.1. Moving Production/Supplier Base Close to the Market
• 5.2.2. Forecasts Sharing with Suppliers
• 5.2.3. Closer Cooperation within Departments
• 5.2.4. Delivery to Other Stores
• 5.3. Summary

• College: University of Bedfordshire
• Course: Logistics and supply chain management project
• Grade: B-
• Author: Junaid Javaid (Author)
• Publication Year: 2016
• Pages: 40
• Catalog Number: V341800
• ISBN (eBook): 9783668323902
• ISBN (Book): 9783668323919
• Language: English
• Tags: flexibility