Classy Styles Ltd., Inc.: shifting production overseas
Publication date: 15 June 2020
Issue publication date: 21 July 2020
Abstract
Theoretical basis
The main theoretical models used in the instructor manual analysis are SWOT and institution-based view. Founder’s syndrome is also used as a foundation for analysis and discussion.
Research methodology
Primary source data acquired by the authors through one of the author’s actual experience working in the family business that is the subject of the case.
Case overview/synopsis
Classy Styles Ltd., Inc. is a small wholesaler of women’s apparel. It outsources production and sells to small retail stores. Classy Styles has grown steadily during its short existence, but is not on track to reach the CEO and majority shareholder’s profitability goal. The COO has determined that the only realistic way to achieve the goal is to shift manufacturing from North America to Asia. The decision creates tension between profitability and the CEO’s desire for tight supervision and control of the outsourced production shops.
Complexity academic level
Introductory undergraduate courses in general management would be sufficient, while a basic strategy course and/or entrepreneurial business course would be of benefit.
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Acknowledgements
Disclaimer. This case is intended to be used as the basis for class discussion rather than to illustrate either effective or ineffective handling of a management situation. The case was compiled from published sources.
Citation
Gonzalez, G.C. and Han, Q. (2020), "Classy Styles Ltd., Inc.: shifting production overseas", , Vol. 16 No. 3, pp. 327-344. https://doi.org/10.1108/TCJ-03-2019-0027
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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