...1. The operations objectives of Zara are speed and quick responsiveness to the dynamic fashion trends and its customer’s wants. And to achieve this, Zara reinforced three principles (closing the communication loop, sticking to a rhythm, and leveraging their assets). 2. Zara can ramp up or down production of specific garments quickly and conveniently because it normally operates many of its factories for only a single shift. These highly automated factories can operate extra hours if need be to meet seasonal or unforeseen demands. With shorter lead times, Zara can ship fewer pieces, in a greater variety of styles, more often and they can more easily cancel lines that don’t sell as well, avoiding inventory backlogs. 3. Zara can design, produce, and deliver a new garment and put it on display in its stores worldwide in a mere 15 days while industry average is 6 months. Zara keeps almost half of its production in-house. Far from pushing its factories to maximize their output. Zara intentionally leaves extra capacity. Rather than chase economies of scale. Zara manufactures and distributions products in small batches. Instead of relying on outside partners, the company manages all designs, warehousing, distribution, and logistics functions itself. 4. The constant flow of updated data mitigates the so-called bullwhip effect-the tendency of supply chains (and all open-loop information systems) to amplify small disturbances. In an industry that traditionally allows retailers to change...
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...| Zara–Rapid Fire Fulfillment | Unit 1 Assignment 1 | | | Capella University | 1/18/2015 | | Abstract This paper explores the case of Zara–Rapid Fire Fulfillment from research conducted in textbook and on website. Keywords: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management Zara-Rapid Fire Fulfillment Zara is a company that is known for its speed and being responsive over the cost. While this is not how the industry looks at producing clothing in the marketplace, it has worked very successfully for Zara. Amancio Ortega founded Zara in 1975 with the purpose of understanding the world market and what it means to his fashion merchandise. Ten years after he established Zara, he formed a parent company called Inditex which incorporates other retail concepts and suppliers that he built. Zara began in Spain as a small shop near his factory as he was desperate to find out not to go bankrupt when a buyer backed out of an order that had all of his capital tied up and no prospective buyers in sight. This was the beginning of Zara which is now in 86 countries across the world. The Zara brand is known for the delivery small batches of clothes quickly to the stores. In some cases, this may mean a store will receive new garment orders more than once a week. This does not seem feasible to the clothing industry competitors; however, Zara has been doing this for decades successfully with large profits. The key to this is Zara’s supply chain. Zara controls more...
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...where you had to get in the car to shop in store; most people do it from the comfort of their couch. With the increased shopping presence, retailers are under extreme pressure to deliver to the demands of their customers. Zara, an international apparel retailer, based out of Spain, has figured out a way to give their customers the ultimate advantage over competitors by a process called Rapid-Fire Fulfillment. Implementing this process has not only reduced their design to sales cycle in weeks compared to months from their competitors, but “Zara’s sales and net income have continued to grow at an annual rate of over 20%” (Ferdows, Lewis & Machuca, 2004). Why is Rapid-Fire Fulfillment Successful for Zara? Zara has a rather untraditional way of processing their products. In Rapid-Fire Fulfillment, Zara can have strict controls over who handles their Supply Chain needs. Zara is one of the few retailers who are in charge of designing, manufacturing, and distributing their products. With this control, they are able to set a quick pace for the duration of the supply chain process. “At Zara, rapid timing and synchronicity are paramount” (Ferdows, Lewis & Machuca, 2004). Zara’s factories use advanced just-in-time systems that all them to customize their in-house processes and take advantage of innovations quickly. One processed used called postponement, which gives them the opportunity to purchase 50% of more of their fabrics without color so they can accommodate to color changes...
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...Zara – Rapid Fire Fulfillment Donald R. Lile BUS – FP3022_assessment 1_1 Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management 3/2/16 Author Note Correspondence concerning this paper should be addressed to Donald R. Lile, Student Capella University, 225 S. 6th St. Minneapolis, MN 55402 dlile@capellauniversity.edu Zara – Rapid Fire Fulfillment Ferdows, Lewis, and Machuca, (2004). Zara, a Spanish clothier has been successful because of the ability to sustain an environment that optimizes the entire supply chain rather than each step. This assessment will identify why the company’s supply chain strategy is successful. This research will also examine how the fast response and information infrastructure aids in this success. And finally, and analysis will be completed on how the company’s unique replenishment strategy satisfies customers. Supply Chain Strategy Ferdows, Lewis, and Machuca, (2004). In an industry where the trend is to outsource, Zara bucks the system. Instead Zara keeps almost half its production in house. Zara designs and manages its rapid-fire supply chain by reinforcing three principles: 1. Close the communication loop 2. Stick to a rhythm across the entire chain 3. Leverage your capital assets to increase supply chain flexibility Zara customers can always find new products on the shelves, but they are in limited supply. Zara designers create approximately 40,000 new designs each year. From these new...
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...www.hbr.org Spanish clothier Zara turns the rules of supply chain management on their head. The result? A superresponsive network and profit margins that are the envy of the industry. Rapid-Fire Fulfillment by Kasra Ferdows, Michael A. Lewis, and Jose A.D. Machuca Reprint R0411G HBR Spotlight The 21st Century Supply Chain Managing the modern supply chain is a job that involves specialists in manufacturing, purchasing, and distribution, of course. But today it is also vital to the work of chief financial officers, chief information officers, operations and customer service executives, and certainly chief executives. Changes in supply chain management have been truly revolutionary, and the pace of progress shows no sign of moderating. In our increasingly interconnected and interdependent global economy, the process of delivering supplies and finished goods (and information and other business services) from one place to another is accomplished by means of mind-boggling technological innovations, clever new applications of old ideas, seemingly magical mathematics, powerful software, and old-fashioned concrete, steel, and muscle. An end-to-end, top-to-bottom transformation of the twenty-first-century supply chain is shaping the agenda for senior managers now and will continue to do so for years to come. With this special series of articles, Harvard Business Review examines how corporations’ strategies and structures are changing and how those changes are manifest...
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...The 21st Century Supply Chain Managing the modern supply chain is a job that involves specialists in manufacturing, purchasing, and distribution, of course. But today it is also vital to the work of chief financial officers, chief information officers, operations and customer service executives, and certainly chief executives. Changes in supply chain management have been truly revolutionary, and the pace of progress shows no sign of moderating. In our increasingly interconnected and interdependent global economy, the process of delivering supplies and finished goods (and information and other business services) from one place to another is accomplished by means of mind-boggling technological innovations, clever new applications of old ideas, seemingly magical mathematics, powerful software, and old-fashioned concrete, steel, and muscle. An end-to-end, top-to-bottom transformation of the twenty-first-century supply chain is shaping the agenda for senior managers now and will continue to do so for years to come. With this special series of articles, Harvard Business Review examines how corporations’ strategies and structures are changing and how those changes are manifest in their supply chains. The Articles The Triple-A Supply Chain by Hau L. Lee October 2004 The best supply chains aren’t just fast and cost-effective. They are also agile and adaptable, and they ensure that all their companies’ interests stay aligned. Reprint R0410F; OnPoint 8096 Leading a Supply Chain...
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...Zara – Rapid Fire Fulfillment Peggy Martin February 16, 2014 BUS/3022 Professor Matt Fok The first Zara store opened in La Coruna, Spain in 1975. Today, Zara has grown from one small shop to a major apparel company, having 4,700 stores in 76 countries globally. Zara’s great success can be attributed to its very unique supply chain strategy. (Chopra & Meindl, 2013) Zara’s very successful supply chain strategy is based on the five fingers touching the factory and five fingers touching the customer philosophy. Basically, this means to have full control over all the merchandise until it has been purchased by the customer. Instead of outsourcing or contracting with third-party logistics companies, Zara handles the designing, manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution of all its merchandise. In addition, all logistics functions is handled by Zara, and even put all the price tags on its products before they are shipped out to the stores. (Ferdows, Lewis, & Machuca, 2004) Zara has managed to achieve an excellent strategic fit for the company. All areas of the company, from design to distribution work together smoothly, having the same ultimate goal. Zara’s strategy has allowed them to cut the design to sale cycle time considerably. Generally, in the clothing industry, the design to sale cycle time is anywhere from four to six months. Zara is able to maintain a cycle time of four to six weeks. In addition, the information technology that...
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...as the Breading of Bread which is the passion of Christ. Acts 2:42-47. Acts 1:14, 24 6:1-10 10:4-9. Referring to, Christ as the Church, while giving them special instruction to wait in Jerusalem until they receive promised from the Father. . The Holy Spirit was imparted into the believers before Jesus ascended. Acts. 1:4-5. The Promise: was fulfilled on the day of Pentecost. Matt.10:20. Bruce, explains ,“The Holy Spirit , promised by the risen Savior, comes to the disciples on the day of Pentecost.. Seven weeks after The Easter Festival.” Acts 2:1-5: the First Fruit Festival (Wheat Harvest). Exdo. 23:16-34,22. The Spirit enabled them they speak in an unknown language. There was a sound of a rushing wind , individuals had tongues of fire: to proclaim the good news with the evidence of signs and wonders”:. In the Old Testament tells about God Coventant with the children of Isreal. . It also displays how the prophets longed for the Holy Spirit and its power. Jer,...
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...Surf the firm websites and write your impressions about the current health of business of Zara and Marks and Spencer. Zara’s website gives the impression that it is dedicated to young, fashionable and price conscious customers. Marks & Spencer on the other hand seems to be dedicated to the middle aged working population. Marks & Spencer website gives the impression of a departmental store offering a wide array of products ranging from apparel, furniture to food items and electronic gadgets. Marks and Spencer is definitely not only a clothing retailer and has diversified itself into other retail segments. The online marketing for Marks and Spencer is far more aggressive than for Zara, with videos of products one might be interested in on the website. Marks & Spencer has a wider range of offerings online compared to Zara. Marks & Spencer online profile is more customer oriented than Zara’s website. According to Marks & Spence website there are over 21 million people visiting their stores each week. M&S is the number one provider of women’s wear and lingerie in the UK (Marks). In their supply chain - What is it that Zara can do and Marks & Spencer cannot? Why? Zara’s business model is structured around a vertically integrated supply chain, which allows it to match the ever-changing fashion trends. Unlike its competitors in the apparel industry, Zara chooses to have in-house manufacturing operations and owns production facilities in Spain and Mexico. These facilities...
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...Hell Debate __________________ A Paper Presented to Liberty University __________________ In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for Theology 350 __________________ by Tirsa Woodson July 3, 2015 The Hell Debate The debate over the nature of hell is one that can bring out the best and the worst in biblical exegesis. Everyone nowadays is concerned about the enemy (Satan) and delete hell existence. The beginning signs that Jesus is coming soon, frightens the human race. We were taught when God returns, it will be judgment day. John reveals this judgement will take pace during the last days, when God will conquer all who have and would defy him and to rescue the righteous. Judgment meant the outcome of an individual, will they go to heaven with God or to hell with the devil. There are many misconceptions about Hell, rather the lost will burn forever or annihilated. Hell is real. Universalism believes everyone will eventually be saved, while Christian believe we all will be judged for the deeds we have done. First, the Annihilationist believe that the unrighteous will not suffer eternal torment, but that they will, after being justly punished according to their deeds, be annihilated and cease to exist. Also they believe that hell is eternal in consequence, not duration the wicked shall be no more (Boyd & Eddy). Secondly the classical view states that the wicked will be cast into hell that supports the traditional...
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...Revelation 22: Eden’s Restoration 1 Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb 2 down the middle of the great street of the city. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations. 3 No longer will there be any curse. The throne of God and of the Lamb will be in the city, and His servants will serve him. 4 They will see His face, and His name will be on their foreheads. 5 There will be no more night. They will not need the light of a lamp or the light of the sun, for the Lord God will give them light. And they will reign for ever and ever. John and the Angel 6 The angel said to me, “These words are trustworthy and true. The Lord, the God who inspires the prophets, sent His angel to show His servants the things that must soon take place.” 7 “Look, I am coming soon! Blessed is the one who keeps the words of the prophecy written in this scroll.” 8 I, John, am the one who heard and saw these things. And when I had heard and seen them, I fell down to worship at the feet of the angel who had been showing them to me. 9 But he said to me, “Don’t do that! I am a fellow servant with you and with your fellow prophets and with all who keep the words of this scroll. Worship God!” 10 Then he told me, “Do not seal up the words of the prophecy of this scroll, because the time is...
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...LIBERTY UNIVERSITY BAPTIST SEMINARY RESEARCH PAPER ON THE THEOLOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF ONE OF THE NAMES OF GOD: YAHWEH SHAMMAH SUBMITTED TO DR. DENNIS MCDONALD IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMPLETION OF THE COURSE, THEO 525, SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ....................................................................................................................3 Defining the Name “Yahweh” .......................................................................................4 Defining the Name “Yahweh Shammah”……………………………………………...5 Biblical & Historical Context……………………………..........................................6 The Connection of Christ…………………………………………………………..10 Conclusion....................................................................................................................12 Bibliography…….........................................................................................................14 INTRODUCTION There are many names of God that are mentioned in the Bible. All of them have a specific meaning that describes His character and a significant attribute that He possesses. Each name is introduced to us in the midst of a specific moment when God chose to reveal himself to His people, Israel. The subject of this paper deals with one of those names of God: “Yahweh Shammah,” which means “The Lord is There.” It is my intention to explore the in-depth...
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...and people working at cross purposes in different parts of the organization (p. 2). Required Resources The first deliverable for the project is a graphical user interface (GUI) customized for the data entry team. The GUI will be written in Visual Basic and installed on the five host machines located in the data entry department. The new GUI data fields, which constitute the second deliverable, will be divided into two sections, consisting of a Parts inventory and a Materials inventory. The parts inventory will contain pre-formatted fields for all of the assembled parts, divided into related fields. These include Air, Air Conditioning, Airborne Auxiliary Power, Auto Flight, Cabin Systems, Communications, Doors, Electrical Power, Exhaust, Fire Protection, Flight Controls, Fairings, Fuel System Hydraulic Power, Ice and Rain Protection, Landing Gear, Lights, Navigation, Pneumatics, Propellers, and Wings. The Materials inventory will contain raw materials available for fabrication, including: aluminum, stainless steel, alloys, copper, brass...
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...Caso Zara Rapid Fire Fulfillment Introducción - Zara se fundó en base a una cancelación de orden por un distribuidor mayorista en 1975 - Zara ahora cuenta con 650 tiendas en 50 paises - Entre 1991 y 2003, Inditex, registro un aumento en sus ventas de 12%, y en sus utilidades en 14% - El fundador trabaja bajo la filosofía de “controlar todo lo relacionado con el producto desde su fabricación hasta la compra final del cliente” - Tiempo de entrega por prenda nueva (Diseño, producción y entrega): 15 días - Estrategia de Negocio: Ofrecer prendas de moda confeccionada con materiales y costos bajos. - Prácticas actuales de manejo SCM: o Produce 50% de sus prendas internamente o No utiliza el 100% de su capacidad, mantiene capacidad extra para eventualidades o No utiliza economía de escalas (grandes lotes, costos bajos) ▪ Lotes pequeños, alta variedad o Diseña, Almacena, Distribye y realiza todas las actividades logísticas por su cuenta o Las operaciones tampoco son convencionales - Principios básicos de operación de Inditex: o Canales de comunicación fluidos y eficientes o Ritmo de trabajo constante a través de cadena de suministros o Aprovechamiento de sus Activos - Canales de comunicación fluidos y eficientes o Punto crítico de la industria “Moda Rápida”: Alta velocidad de intercambio de información...
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...understanding of the event and other surrounding issues. In the modern church, Pentecost is often overshadowed by holidays celebrating the birth of Christ or His death and resurrection. This is unfortunate, because while these days have great significance to the Christian, Pentecost is just as important of an event to the church. Luke’s presentation of the events of Pentecost in Acts 2 will be described. Attempts will be made to resolve several contextual issues in this chapter of Acts including the location of the house where the disciples were when the Holy Spirit descended, the meaning of baptism, and the value of Peter’s sermon regarding baptism and salvation. The meaning of phrases such as “sound like a violent wind” and “tongues of fire” will be explained. Expositional work will be written based on each passage in Acts 2 regarding the descent of the Holy Spirit in order to help further resolve contextual issues found in this chapter. The day of Pentecost described in Acts has changed how Christians are able to relate to God and interact with Him through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. The Outpouring of the Holy Spirit Before we can delve into the meat of Acts 2, we must look at the first chapter of Acts where Jesus told his disciples about the coming of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:4-5 says, “And while staying with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from me; for John baptized with water...
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