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A Study on Operations Strategy and Competitiveness in the Korean Silk Industry  

Cho Sung-Eui (Division of Business Administration, B & ERI, Gyeongsang National University)
Kim Hag-Soo (Division of Business Administration, B & ERI, Gyeongsang National University)
Lee Jeong Sook (Dept. of Clothing & Textiles, ERI, Gyeongsang National University)
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Journal of the Korean Society of Clothing and Textiles / v.30, no.3, 2006 , pp. 425-435 More about this Journal
Abstract
The Korean silk industry is facing challenges due to decreasing demand and intensified competition. To understand its current state and evaluate its competitiveness precisely, we have visited most of the leading silk firms in Jinju area. By questionnaire and in-depth interview, we investigated their operational problems. We found that most of the managers are understanding the necessity of the capabilities in design and material development, but they did not fully aware of the importance of operational flexibilities. Based on the results of the survey, suggestions that are necessary to restore the competitiveness of the Korean silk industry were proposed from industrial and corporate viewpoints.
Keywords
Silk; Competitiveness; Cost; Operations; Flexibility;
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