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Alyea Square
Supervised by
MD. Musa
Senior Lecturer
Port City International University
Chattogram, Bangladesh.
Prepared by
Aleya Akther
ID. No: MBA 1205843
Major: (Finance and Banking)
Program: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Department of Business Administration.
To,
The Dean,
Faculty of Business Administration,
Port City International University,
Chittagong.
Dear Sir,
With due respect and humble submission, I would like to submit herewith my thesis titled
“Operational and Financial Performance of Square Textiles limited - A Study” which has
completed under the prudent guidance of Md. Musa, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of
Business Administration, Port City International University. I have carefully studied
both the theoretical and practical aspect of the “Operational and Financial
performance of square textiles limited - A Study”. I have tried my level best to
know about the organization by observing its activities. This thesis which I would like
to submit to you for your evolution is an outcome of my own observation and
contribution. I believe and hope that you will find this study very interesting, informative
and insightful.
I would, therefore, like to request you to take steps for the evolution of my thesis and
oblige thereby.
Sincerely Yours
Aleya Akther
ID. No:- MBA 1205843
This thesis entitled “Operational and Financial Performance of Square Textiles limited -
A Study” has been prepared by me, it is my original work performed through primary and
secondary data collected from various source. This thesis has been submitted to the
Port City International University, as the partial fulfillment of the Master of Business
Administration (MBA) program, with major in finance and Banking. I would further like
to declare that the thesis has been not submitted to any other university or institution to
get any degree or diploma, and also not submitted for publication or fulfillment of any
other purpose.
_______________________
Aleya Akther
ID. No:- MBA 1205843
Program: Master of Business Administration (MBA) Major: (Finance and Banking)
Department of Business Administration.
Port City International University.
Supervisor’s Declaration
This thesis entitled “Operational and Financial Performance of Square Textiles limited -
A Study” is submitted for the partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of
MBA from Port City International University, by Name: Aleta Akther, ID No: MBA
1205843 has been completed under my supervision and guidance. It is an original piece
of work on the basis of field investigation and also has made contributions to the existing
store of knowledge. I have gone through the thesis very carefully. In preparing this,
she has spared much time and efforts. Her thirst over seeking depth of every aspect is
very much satisfactory. I suppose, the thesis may be considered for the award of
Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.
______________
Md. Musa
Senior Lecturer
Department of Business Administration
Port City International University.
Acknowledgement
First of all I pay a special thanks to my almighty that made me able to complete this
thesis. It is very difficult to express my feelings that helped in completion of this thesis.
But I think there are no other words except thanks, which can complement my
sentiments. I pay gratitude to the supervisor of the thesis Mr. Md. Musa, Senior
Lecturer, Department of Business Administration, Port City International University. I
pay honor to the teachers for their contribution. I acknowledge with deep gratitude to the
Department of Business Administration of Port City International University.
I would like to show my heartfelt gratitude to all employees Square Textiles Limited. For
the assistance they have provided me to complete the paper smoothly.
Aleya Akther
ID. No:- MBA 1205843
Program: MBA
Major: (Finance And Banking)
Department of Business Administration.
Port City International University .
Executive Summary
The main objective of Square textiles limited is to act on the textiles market as a well-
respected, reliable and high quality operator with efforts to continuously improve its
operations, services and customer satisfaction. The Textiles equipment of Square textiles
limited is always kept technically in good condition. The entire personnel of Square
textiles limited are committed to maintain its skills with regular training as well as
collaboration with the employees. The Square Textiles Limited financial policy and
procedure manual provide the policies and procedures for financial transactions within
the business which must be followed by all staff.
Now the world is very competitive. So everybody has to be expert in both practical
knowledge and theoretical knowledge. To make this thesis is a significant aspect in the
direction of accomplishing the good. The aim of preparing the thesis is to connect
practical knowledge with the critical aspects. Being a student of MBA during thesis
preparing period, Researcher have tried best to use the opportunity to enrich overall
knowledge on operational and financial performance analyzing system on the Square
Textiles Limited.
A thesis is highly needed to gain idea, knowledge and experience. After completion of
the study, it will help some related parties and various point of view. It has an importance
also. These are depicted below:
First of all, this analysis will help the top level management and decision making.
Company will also be informed about their strength and weakness.
Borrower, lender, investor, will be beneficial by this thesis.
Finally the employee of the company also benefited by the thesis.
The study aims to help the individual, organization society and the country many in ways.
The textiles sectors are highly associated with the total economic development. Its human
resources development is the key criteria to maintain healthy and cordial atmosphere to
cope with economic changes as well as environmental changes. In this regard, the
knowledge about operational and financial policy and upcoming challenges regarding
textile sector is playing a vital role to keep the performance of the management towards
the organizational goal achievement. The importance of the study is wide and most
significantly, it will help the individual, organization society and the country as a whole.
1.3 Objective of the Study
The principal objective of the study is to evaluate Operational and Financial Performance
of Square Textiles limited. To accomplish this objective following objectives has been
covered.
Generally, to say research method means, to collect the data used in research work. The
study was conducted at Square Textiles Limited.
1. Primary data: There is no opportunity to collect primary data, that’s why researcher
have to work on the basis of secondary data source.
2. Secondary Data: Researcher collected some relevant report and paper of various
financial statements from Square Textile Limited in order to gather secondary data. The
sources of secondary data were the annual report of the company.
The data needed for conducting the study has been collected from the secondary sources.
Such as:
1. Different books about financial institutes and Textiles Company.
2. Previous case study and journal.
3. Financial study of the Square Textiles Limited.
4. Websites of the Square Textiles Limited
Analysis: The collected data are properly scrutinized and for analyzing the data different
techniques and different types of ratios such as fixed asset turnover ratio, total asset
turnover ratio, inventory turnover ratio, liquidity ratios, profitability ratio, solvency etc.
After collecting secondary data’s researcher performed to prepare the main thesis.
1.6 Limitations of the study
In order to complete the thesis with a successful manner, a learner should have a good
knowledge about a thesis. Probably the study is far from being perfect. Despite researcher
sincerest endeavor in preparing a perfect thesis, some of the limitations, researcher faces
during the period. Researcher has to face different problems during the study and also
while writing the thesis. This thesis accuracy is minimized due to some limitations. The
unavoidable limitations are as follow:
1. Time: The execution period of the study was quite short to carry out such and intensive
thesis.
2. Accuracy of analysis: The quality of data in this thesis is limited as the basic of data is
taken from delicate source. All of the data had to be taken from the secondary sources
(annual report and internet).
3. Lack of more practical and contemporary data was another short coming.
4. The most important thing that the lack of researcher knowledge and efficiency is the
prime limitation of the study.
5. As a researcher, collecting data and preparing report is very costly. Internet searching
cost is so high. So researcher cannot collect huge information.
6. It is very difficult to discuss their financial practices corporately.
7. Finally, researcher has personal limitations to prepare the thesis.
In spite of the limitations, researcher had tried with all of possible efforts to know and
find out the response pattern of the subjects and consultation of relevant record and
document. Data have reached a fairly acceptable degree of accuracy.
Chapter Two
Operational and Financial
Policies of Square Textiles
Limited.
2.1 About Square Textiles Limited
Square Textiles Limited has started its journey by establishing the first unit in 1997. One
year later the second unit was established. Square Textile is a subsidiary company of
Square Group. The Company was incorporated as a public limited company in the year of
1994. The operation was started in 1997. It was enlisted in Dhaka Stock Exchange &
Chittagong Stock Exchange in 2002. Within a very short time of span the company
achieved some significance success. Square Textile receives Oeko-Tex standard 100 and
ISO-9002 certificates in the year 2000. Authorized capital of the company is tk.1000
million. It’s paid- up capital is tk. 251.90 million. 1,223 employees are working in this
organization. The business lines of Square Textiles Limited are manufacturing and
marketing of yarn. The factory is located in Saradaganj, Kashimpur, Gazipur,
Bangladesh. Its office is located at Uttara in Dhaka. Its main objective is to strive hard to
optimize profit through conduction of transparent business operations within the legal
and social framework with malice to none and justice for all.
Buyers deal with Square Textiles Limited because of competitive price, quality and
timely delivery of Textiles product including Cotton Ring Spun Yarn for Hosiery,
Spindles etc. A system is an organized set of functional units or components. Square
Textiles Limited, by this definition is a system with various objectives. It consists of inter
related subsystems such as Accounts, Office, Stores and other various branches. None of
these subsystems can perform independently of the others. This means that proper
coordination is required between the various departments for the smooth and effective
functioning of Square Textiles Limited as a whole. The Merchandising section of Square
Textiles Limited plays an important role of capable liaising with the buyer on a day today
basis and will constantly update on fabric and accessory tracking, clearances of imports,
inventory status, production status, exportation status etc. Thus in a nutshell, the
merchandising section is very important part of the company and its efficient functioning
is a must for the smooth working of the organization.
2.2 Overview of Square Textiles Limited
Square Textiles Limited steps into the textile sector with establishment of its first unit Square
textiles limited in 1997. A year later, Square textiles limited step on to its second unit. In the
same premises, Square textiles limited established its third unit on 2000.
Year of Establishment
Unit 1 : 1997 ; Unit 2 : 1998 ; Unit 3 : 2000
Manufacturing Business
100% Cotton Ring Spun Yarn for Hosiery
Target Market
Export Oriented Readymade Garments
Industry
Investment
Unit 1 : US$ 20.00 mln ; Unit 2 : US$ 13.50 mln ; Unit 3 : US$ 12 mln
Capacity
Unit 1 : 36,288 spindles with daily production capacity of 20,000 kgs.
Unit 2 : 23,184 spindles with daily production capacity of 12,000 kgs
768 rotors with daily production capacity of 8,000kgs
Unit 3 : 3,192 open end heads with daily production capacity of 20,000kgs
Machinery Details
Square Textiles Limited conception of business germinated from their vision which sees
it as a means to the well being of the investors, stakeholders, employees and members of
the society at large by creating new wealth in the form of goods and services that go to
satisfy the wants of all of them without disturbing or damaging the socio-ecological-
economic balance of the Mother Earth and the process of human civilization leading to
peaceful co- existence of all the living beings.
Integrity
Being honest in dealings with the company and each other.
Teamwork
Working together in a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect to achieve the company’s
objective.
Excellence
Striving together to be the best in business in all aspect.
Cost Control
Conserving and optimizing the use of company’s resources,
Square Textiles is one of the important sister concern under square group. They have not
only the vision and mission but also have values and cultural statement, which is very
important.
2.6 Product and Count Range
Beside conventional cotton yarn, Square textiles limited concentrate on PIMA cotton yarn
(Supima Certified), Organic cotton yarn (Control Union Certified), CMIA (Cotton made
in Africa), Core spun, Slub Compact yarn and Bamboo yarn.
Based on global demand, Square textiles limited move forward to blended yarn like Modal
(100% or 50+50), Viscose (100% or 50+50), PC (65+35 or 50+50), CVC (60+40 or 80+20)
and Melange.
For woven and denim buyers, it’s satisfying with high quality yarn from Ne. 06 or Ne. 40.
Ring Line
100% Cotton Yarn ( Combed/Carded ) (Ne. 10 to Ne. 60)
S and Z Twist Yarn (Ne. 20 to Ne. 60)
Compact Yarn (Ne. 20 to Ne. 60)
Pima Yarn (Ne. 20 to Ne. 60)
Slub Yarn (Ne. 10 to Ne. 40)
Organic Yarn (Ne. 10 to Ne. 80)
Core Yarn (Ne.10 to Ne. 40)
Contamination Free Yarn (Ne. 10 to Ne. 60)
Bamboo Yarn (Ne. 10 to Ne. 60)
Multi Count/Multi twist (Ne. 20 to Ne. 40)
Melange ( 10/15 Percent ) (Ne. 10 to Ne. 60)
Modal, Modal/Cotton (Ne. 10 to Ne. 60)
Viscose, Viscose/Cotton (Ne. 10 to Ne. 60)
T-400 (Ne. 10 to Ne. 40)
Syro (Ne. 10 to Ne. 40)
Rotor Line
Auto Coro (Ne. 06 to Ne. 22)
Viscose, Viscose/Cotton (Ne. 20 to Ne. 40)
Open End (Ne. 07 to Ne. 12)
2.7 Organizational Structure of Square Textiles Limited
CHAIRMAN
MANAGING DIRECTOR
DIRECTORS
GENERAL MANAGER
MANAGER
ASSISTANT MANAGER
STORE PRODUCTION
ACCOUNTS
SENIOR EXECUTIVES
JUNIOR EXECUTIVES
STAFS
WORKERS
2.8 Operational Policies of Square Textiles Limited
2.8.1Quality
The main objective of Square textiles limited is to act on the textiles market as a well
respected, reliable and high quality operator with efforts to continuously improve its
operations, services and customer satisfaction. Square textiles limited collects the product
from the supplier and delivers to the consignee according to agreed schedule, to the
unloading place indicated by the consignee. No deliberate damage or loss of the product
nor change of its quality is allowed. The Textiles equipment of Square textiles limited is
always kept technically in good condition. The entire personnel of Square textiles limited
are committed to maintain its skills with regular training as well as collaboration with the
partners. The training program of Square textiles limited is accomplished inclusive
Behavior Based Safety Program.
2.8.2 Safety
Square textiles limited actively promotes improvements in work environment and work
safety issues with following actions:
• Internal disciplines, routines and safety regulations of Square textiles limited are
appreciated in order to minimize risks for personnel or the property.
• The objective of developing the working environment is to prevent the risks of illness
as well as injuries.
• At their daily work the personnel are expected to follow the working routines and to
report all potential risks regarding quality, safety and environmental issues.
2.8.3Security
Square textiles limited will handle the customers' product in a secure way and also
protect the integrity of the customers, product and security during shipment.
2.8.4Environment
Square textiles limited is committed to continuously improve its processes and activities.
Basis for offering and developing export services to customers are to take into account
the customers' requirements and existing physical resources. The objective of the
company is to reduce and prevent the environmental pollution. Square textiles limited
operational model complies with the international quality and safety standards. All the
activities in the company are in compliance with the laws and regulations. The company
also follows all the customers' instructions and requirements.
This category covers overall productivity policies. It also seeks to increase the velocity of
decisions and the capacity of the organization to respond to peak demand for decisions.
Operational policies protect management and professionals from being swamped with
details of adhocracy that stifle their performance and creativity. By providing policies to
make sound decisions promptly at the front line, less ad hoc consultations are required on
repetitive situations requiring predictable response. Programmed decisions are formulated
in advance to minimize duplication of management effort. Flexible operational policies
also facilitate virtual work, decentralization, outsourcing and trading partnerships. This
family of objectives also includes routine matters such as work rules, virtual-team
etiquette (cyberspace norm of interaction), travel, purchasing, order processing and
transactions where unwritten rules are detrimental to productivity and consistent
performance.
The Square Textiles Limited Financial Policy and Procedure Manual provide the policies
and procedures for finance transactions within the business which must be followed by
all staff. It also provides guidelines that will use to administer these policies, with the
correct procedure to follow. Square Textiles Limited will keep all financial policies
current and relevant. From time to time it will be necessary to modify and amend some
sections of the policies and procedures, or to add new procedures. Any suggestions,
recommendations or feedback on the policies and procedures in this manual are welcome.
These policies and procedures apply to all employees.
The principal financial policies of Square Textiles limited are described in below.
Anyone involved with accounting or in dealing with auditors has heard the term
"generally accepted accounting principles" or "GAAP". However, it would be very
difficult for anyone to produce a list of these principles. That is because they cover many
things and can be different in different types of organizations. One of the definitions of
"GAAP" is as follows:
"Those accounting principles which have been given formal recognition or authoritative
support in any particular jurisdiction."
The reason for accounting principles is so that everything is done the same way in each
kind of organization. Accounting has been called the "language of business". Accounting
principles make sure that everyone in the same business is speaking the same language.
2.9.2 Consistency
Consistency makes sure that Square Textiles Limited is treating revenues and expenses,
are properly charged to the correct account(s) all the time and as defined in the budget.
For example, service fee charges paid either from a bank service charge or the payroll
service fee should always be credited to the General Office, Bank & Interest account, not
to that account one month, and then to Office Supplies/Materials expense the next
month..
2.9.3 Matching Costs with Revenues
It is important that each Cost Centre (i.e., Sections, Projects or Contracts) operated by the
Square Textiles Limited is properly charged with all costs, and credited with all revenues,
relating to it. Funding (Revenue) for Core and Special Projects are based on the budgeted
amounts.
The proper matching of costs with revenues in each Section is particularly crucial since
the net results for each Section have an impact on Square Textiles Limited’s overall
operations. The required method of allocating costs and revenues for each cost centre is
shown in the Chart of Accounts section of this manual.
Square Textiles Limited provides five criteria for identifying the critical event for
recognizing revenue on the sale of goods
1. Risks and rewards have been transferred from the seller to the buyer
Basic Concepts of Internal Control that followed by the square Textiles Limited include
all policies and procedures which:
The budget is the financial plan for the year. If it is carefully done and well thought out, it
is a useful tool. If it is not, then it can be a waste of time and effort.
The budget matches planned expenditures for the upcoming year with the revenues that
the company expects to receive during the same year. It also shows the months when
revenue can be expected compared to the months when expenditures will be made. This
helps the Director of company to plan the cash flow.
A budget should be used as a tool and as a guide. Budgets are "best guesses" when they
are prepared, and cannot be "carved in stone".
On the other hand, budgets should be used to control expenditures that are controllable. If
actual expenditures are greater than budgeted expenditures after the first eight months of
operations, it may be necessary to postpone non-essential expenditures in order to come
in on budget for the year.
2.9.7 Bank Account
This policy should be read and carried out by all staff for all authorisations of opening,
operating and closing bank accounts. Edit this policy so it suits the needs of company
business.
This policy sets out the requirements for use of bank accounts, including
2.9.8 Fraud
There is an important difference between frauds and errors. Frauds are illegal acts that
benefit an individual or group by an intentional false representation of facts. Errors are a
mistaken belief of fact which may also benefit an individual or group, although
inadvertently. The important difference is intent.
If any one have attempted to confirm or disprove a fraud and still believe that a fraud has
been committed, talk to company’s supervisor about suspicions. Explain the steps that
have taken to dispel concerns. Provide documentation of attempts and the results of
investigation. Provide hard proof if it is available.
If company’s supervisor is the suspect, take concerns to the next level of authority, i.e.,
the Board Chairperson.
The Board of Directors of Square Textiles Limited will decide if the administration
should become involved or whether the auditors should be brought in to determine the
magnitude of the loss.
Once the extent of the loss or fraud is determined and the charge is justifiable, the Board
of Directors of Square Textiles Limited will determine the legal action to take, if any.
Chapter Three
The Operational Performance of
Square Textiles Limited
3.1 Operations performance objectives
This first point made in this section is that operations objectives are very broad.
Operations management has an impact on the five broad categories of stakeholders in
Square Textiles Limited. Stakeholders is a broad term but is generally used to mean
anybody who could have an interest in, or is affected by, the operation. The five groups
are:
3.1.1 Customers
These are the most obvious people who will be affected by any business. What the
chapter goes on to call the five operations performance objectives apply primarily to this
group of people.
3.1.2 Suppliers
Operations can have a major impact on suppliers, both on how they prosper themselves,
and on how effective they are at supplying the operation.
3.1.3 Shareholders
Clearly, the better an operation is at producing goods and services, the more likely the
whole business is to prosper and shareholders will be one of the major beneficiaries of
this.
3.1.4 Employees
Similarly, employees will be generally better off if the company is prosperous; if only
because they are more likely to be employed in the future. However operations
responsibilities to employees go far beyond this. It includes the general working
conditions which are determined by the way the operation has been designed.
3.1.5 Society
Although often having no direct economic connection with the company, individuals and
groups in society at large can be impacted by the way its operations managers behave.
The most obvious example is in the environmental responsibility exhibited by operations
managers.
3.2 Operational Performance
Effective operational performance starts with company culture. Achieving and sustaining
operational excellence is more important than ever in today’s challenging economic
environment. Cost pressures, changing customer expectations, stronger competitors and
other industry and market disruptions are collectively causing a tremendous strain on
operational capabilities and performance. Operational excellence is no longer a desired
end state but a near-term requirement for any successful company.
Quality
Speed.
Dependability.
Flexibility.
Cost
.
3.2.1 Quality
Quality is placed first in list of performance objectives because many authorities believe
it to be the most important. Certainly more has been written about it than almost any
other operations performance objective over the last twenty years. As far as this
introduction to the topic is concerned, quality is discussed largely in terms of it meaning
'conformance'. That is, the most basic definition of quality is that a product or service is
as it is supposed to be. In other words, it conforms to its specifications.
There are two important points to remember when reading on quality as a performance
objective.
The external affect of good quality within in operations is that the customers who
'consume' the operations products and services will have less (or nothing) to
complain about. And if they have nothing to complain about they will
(presumably) be happy with their products and services and are more likely to
consume them again. This brings in more revenue for the company (or client’s
satisfaction in a not-for-profit organisation.
Inside the operation quality has a different affect. If conformance quality is high
in all the operations processes and activities very few mistakes will be being
made. This generally means that cost is saved, dependability increases and speed
of response increases. This is because, if an operation is continually correcting
mistakes, it finds it difficult to respond quickly to customers’ requests.
3.2.2 Speed
Speed is a shorthand way of saying 'Speed of response'. It means the time between an
external or internal customer requesting a product or service, and them getting it. Again,
there are internal and external affects
Externally speed is important because it helps to respond quickly to customers.
Again, this is usually viewed positively by customers who will be more likely to
return with more business. Sometimes also it is possible to charge higher prices
when service is fast. The postal service in most countries and most transportation
and delivery services charge more for faster delivery, for example.
The internal affects of speed have much to do with cost reduction. There are two
areas where speed reduces cost (reducing inventories and reducing risks). The
examples used are from manufacturing but the same thing applies to service
operations. Usually, faster throughput of information (or customers) will mean
reduced costs. So, for example, processing passengers quickly through the
terminal gate at an airport can reduce the turn round time of the aircraft, thereby
increasing its utilisation. What is not stressed is the affect the fast throughput can
have on dependability. This is best thought of the other way round, 'how is it
possible to be on time when the speed of internal throughput within an operation
is slow?' When materials, or information, or customers 'hangs around' in a system
for long periods (slow throughput speed) there is more chance of them getting lost
or damaged with a knock-on effect on dependability.
3.2.3 Dependability
Dependability means 'being on time'. In other words, customers receive their products or
services on time. In practice, although this definition sounds simple, it can be difficult to
measure. What exactly is on time? Is it when the customer needed delivery of the product
or service? Is it when they expected delivery? Is it when they were promised delivery? Is
it when they were promised delivery the second time after it failed to be delivered the
first time? Again, it has external and internal affects.
The internal affects associated with this performance objective. The three most
important are namely flexibility speeds up response, flexibility saves time (and
therefore money), and flexibility helps maintain dependability.
3.2.5 Cost
There are two important points here. The first is that the cost structure of different
organizations can vary greatly. Second, and most importantly, the other four performance
objectives all contribute, internally, to reducing cost. This has been one of the major
revelations within operations management over the last twenty years.
"If managed properly, high quality, high speed, high dependability and high flexibility
can not only bring their own external rewards, they can also save the operation cost."
3.3 Successful operational performance of Square Textiles limited
Centric is experienced at helping clients drive operational performance across many areas
including supply chain management, sourcing and procurement, customer service
operations, IT operations, finance and back office operations. The company have also
developed comprehensive tools and methods to assist clients with not only operational
improvement efforts, but in building sustained improvement capabilities throughout the
company.
3.4 Operational Performance Ratio Analysis
The fixed-asset turnover ratio is a measure of whether the money a company spends on
the equipment and buildings the company owns, often referred to as property, plant and
equipment, or PP&E, actually adds value to the company. To find the fixed-asset
turnover ratio, divide the company's Sales by the current value of the fixed assets.
2
Fixed Asset Turnover
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
0.8
0.6
Total Asset Turnover
0.4
0.2
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Company’s total asset turnover is decreasing in 2014 and 2015 but it increases in
2016.Again it decreasing in 2017 and 2018. So company should aware about of their
Total-Asset Turnover.
3.4.3 Inventory Turnover ratio
A ratio showing how many times a company’s inventory is sold and replaced over
a period.
Inventory Turnover = COGS / Inventory or stocks
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Inventory COGS/Average 3.45 3.85 5.40 3.38 3.85
Turnover Ratio inventory Times Times Times Times Times
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
3
Inventory Turnover Ratio
2
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Inventory turnover ratio measures how fast the inventory become cash or accounts
receivable. If the turnover number is more than the company’s position is good and vice versa.
In 2014 it is 3.45 times and in 2015 is 3.85 times in 2016 it is 5.40 times in 2017 it is 3.38 in 2013
3.85. The turnover is increasing 2015-2016.But It decreases in 2017 and 2018.It shows a
downward impact on their management efficiency.
3.4.4 Accounts Receivable Turnover
This ratio helps to find out average collection period of accounts receivables. The lower
the collection periods the higher the management efficiency measure collect the account
receivables.
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
2 Accounts Receivable
Turnover
1
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Accounts receivables turnover is measure the number of times per year that the average
amount of receivables is collected and transfers the cash amount. If the organization
account receivable turnover increase then the average collection period decrease and
vice-versa. In 2017 it is 3.73 times account receivable turnover Highest and Average
collection period less. In 2016 and 2018 a low value of accounts receivable turnover is
not favorable because it indicates less efficiency and low improvement in the process of
cash collection on credit sales.
3.4.5 Account Payable Turnover
Is an accounting liquidity metric that evaluates how fast a company pays off its creditors
(suppliers)
Account Payable Turnover= Purchase/ Average Accounts Payable
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Account payable Purchase/Average 4.68 4.44 4.60 5.16 7.55
turnover Accounts payable Times Times Times Times Times
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
6
Accounts Payable
4 Turnover
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Low value of account payable turnover is favorable and higher figure may indicate
inefficiency. Square Textiles Limited’s payable turnover increasing over the year it
indicates too much inefficiency of the company.
.4.6 Average Collection Period
The approximate amount of time that it takes for business to receive payments owed, in
terms of receivable, from its customer and clients.
Average Collection period = 360/ART
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Average 125.87 134.83 57.69 96.514 113.20
Collection 360/ART Days Days Days Days Days
period
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
100
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
If the organizations account receivable turnover increase then the average collection
period decrease. Square textile’s Average Collection Period decreasing over the year.
Company takes 57.69 days in 2016, Lower Average collection period indicates better
efficiency of a company.
3.4.7 Average Payment Period
Average Payment Period means the average period taken by the company in making
payments to its creditors. Low value of account processing period is favorable and higher
figure may indicate inefficiency.
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
80
60
20
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Average payment period tell about how many time accompany takes to pay its account
payable. If a company quickly pays the account payable it means they can’t use their
capital properly on the other hand if it take too much time to pay its account payable then it
will hamper their reputation toward its debtor. It wills creates problem for further loan.
Average payment period is decreasing drastically in 2017 and 2018. The overall position is
good.
3.5 The “Four Keys to Operational Performance”
Everyone needs a goal. Engineered standards developed through time and motion studies
are an objective tool to measure individual performance. While UPH (unit per hour) goals
are better than not having goals, unless product mix is consistent, they tend to be judged
as “unfair” by associates. If the goals aren’t considered realistic, associates become
discouraged. Engineered standards are the best way to provide accurate and fair goals for
associates as standards take multiple production variables (e.g. unit, carton, and pallet)
into consideration. As product mix changes, the standard adjusts accordingly. Also,
standards allow to set one performance goal facility-wide--100% Performance. This is
much simpler to track than UPH goals, where they may be several in each operational
area.
There are several ways to reward performance. Motivation is the key to high performance
levels. Human nature is such that people tend to only put forth maximum effort if there is
something “in it for me.” Incentive programs are a way to motivate associates by
rewarding them for their effort and performance. Incentive programs range from non-
monetary “rewards” to “pay-for-performance” programs. Rewards include recognition
clubs, raffles, merchandise giveaways, and lunches. Pay-for-performance incentives
reward associates with an hourly performance bonus for exceeding performance
standards. As productivity increases, the company (lower labor cost) and the associates
(increased earnings) share in the success--a “win-win” situation.
3.6 By focusing on the “Four Keys”, the following benefits are
realized
Reduced labor cost through increased productivity (30 to 50% in most situations)
Increased visibility of associate performance
Increased facility throughput, extending capacity
Increased associate retention and morale
Improved management skills and effectiveness
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
Current Ratio
4
2
Current Ratio
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
The current ratio measures the company’s ability to pay off its current liability. That
current ratio was highest in 2016 with compare in preceding years. Standard of current
ratio is 2:1. It means a current ratio 2 means that current asset as sufficient to cover for
twice the amount of a company’s short term liabilities and then it is considered to have
good short term financial strength. But in 2017 and 2018 Current Ratio is below 2, so it
denotes that CR Liquidity company doesn’t has idle money. So it is good sign for the
Square textile Ltd.
4.2.2 Quick Ratio/Acid Test Ratio
The Acid test or quick ratio or liquid ratio measures the ability of a company to use its
near cash or quick assets to extinguish or retire its current liabilities immediately.
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
2.5
1 Ratio
0.5
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Quick ratio is the most conservative ratio in calculating liquidity position. A company
with a quick ratio of less than 1 cannot currently pay back its current liabilities; it’s the
bad sign of investor’s. That acid-test was not stable in 2015, but it was increased
in 2016. The company’s current liquidity position in 2015 and 2016 is satisfactory.
But too much liquidity is not good. In 2017 and 2018 it is less liquidity. Which can
be a bad sign and as well as good sign.
4.3 Profitability Ratio
Profitability ratio represents the organization’s ability to translate sales dollars at different
stages of measurement. The ratio measures profitability after consideration of all
revenues and expenses, including interest taxes and non-operating items. This ratio
specify the capacity of the company to survive difficult circumstances, which might
occur from a number of basis, such as declining price, increasing coast and declining
sale.
The profitability ratio can justify on the four ratios, those are as follows
Gross Profit Margin Ratio
Net profit Margin Ratio
Return on Investment/ Asset Ratio
Return on Equity Ratio
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
15%
10%
Gross Profit Margin
5%
0%
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Gross Profit margin ratio is used to analyze how efficiently a company is using its
materials, labor and manufacturing related fixed assets to generate profits. A higher gross
margin percentage is a favorable profit indicator and vice-versa. This ratio helps
organization to fix their product price. If the ratio minimum percentage then indicates the
product market price lower or product production cost high. Here researcher sees that
gross margin ratio was quite stable in 2014 & 2015 but it fall down 11% in 2016. compare
in preceding years it fall down in 2017 and 2018. which can give alarm for Square
Textiles Ltd.
4.3.2 Net Profit Margin
Net Profit Margin= Net Income /Net Sales*100
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Net Profit Net profit /sales*100 11% 11% 12% 5% 4.5%
margin
Growth 100 0 109 45.45 40.90
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
10%
0%
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Net income to sales ratio is very important in operating performance
measurement. This ratio is helpful in identifying the proportion of sales unit that
remains after the deduction of all expenses. This ratio indicates the net amount
of profit on each sales taka. The amount of net income includes all types of
non operating items that may occur in a particular period. The ratio increase in
2016. But it decreases in 2017. Again it decreases in 2018. In 2014 it is equal to
2015.
4.3.3 Return on Asset
Return on Asset = Net Income /Total Asset*100.
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
ROA 9.24% 9.44% 11.00% 3.36% 3.08%
Net income/total
assets*100
Growth 100 102.16 119.04 36.36 33.33
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
Return On Asset
12.00%
10.00%
8.00%
6.00%
Return On Asset
4.00%
2.00%
0.00%
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Return on asset indicates how profitable a company is relative to its total assets. It also
indicates the management efficiency to utilize total assets to make profit. Return on asset
Increases in 2016 rather then 2014 and 2015. It is highest in 2016.But it decreases in 2017
compare with 2016. In order to make business is more profitable Square Textiles limited
should increase their Return on asset.
4.3.4 Return on Equity
Return on Equity = Net Income /Total Equity*100
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
ROE Net income/Total equity 13% 13% 16% 5% 3%
*100
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher.
Return On Equity
20%
15%
10%
Return On Equity
5%
0%
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Source:Annual Report.
Data compiled by the researcher
Debt. Ratio
50%
40%
30%
Debt. Ratio
20%
10%
0%
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Debt ratio is widely used indictors in investment decision. It indicates how much an investor
has debt against assets. Debt ratio was height in 2015 but it has decreasing in 2016.It has also
decreasing in 2017 and 2018.So Square Textiles Limited’s Debt ratio position is not good.
4.5 Price Earnings Ratio-DSE
Source:Annual Report
Data compiled by the researcher
30
20
Price Earning Ratio
10
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Price earnings ratio is the most widely used indictors in investment decision. It indicates
how much an investor would be paying for every taka earnings. Price earnings ratio was
height in 2014 but it has decreasing in 2016.In 2017 and 2018 Price earnings ratio go
up .So company is now growing up & should aware also of their Price earnings ratio.
4.6 Price Earnings Ratio-CSE
Price
Earnings 30.23 29.86 17.50 20.46 20.55
Ratio
Growth 100 98.77 57.89 67.68 67.98
Source:Annual Report
Data compiled by the researcher
30
20
Price Earning Ratio
10
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Price earnings ratio is the most widely used indictors in investment decision. It indicates
how much an investor would be paying for every taka earnings. Price earnings ratio was
height in 2014 but it has decreasing in 2015 and 2016.In 2017 and 2018 Price earning
ratio go up. So company is now growing up & should aware also of their Price earnings
ratio.
4.7 Earning Per Share
Source:Annual Report
Data compiled by the researcher
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Earning per share is the most widely used indictors in investment decision. It indicates
how much an investor would be invest as new investor. Earning per share was height in
2016 but it has decreasing in 2017. Earning per share was slightly fall in 2018. So
company should aware also of their Earning per share.
4.8 Cash Dividend Declared per Share
1.5
Cash Dividend Declared
1 Per Share
0.5
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Square textiles limited followed constant dividend policies in Cash Dividend Declared per
Share. For this policies investors attracted to invest regularly. The growth of Square textiles
cash dividend declared per share increases over the year. It indicates better efficiency of a
company.
4.9 Total Dividend Declared (%)
Source:Annual Report
Data compiled by the researcher
36
34
32
Total Dividend Declared
30
28
26
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Analysis
Square textiles limited followed constant dividend policies in Total Dividend Declared. For this
policies investors attracted to invest regularly. The growth of Square textiles Total Dividend
Declared increases in 2015 and 2016 rather than 2014 but slightly decreases in 2017 and
2018.It indicates inefficiency of a company. So company should aware about of their Total
Dividend Declared.
Chapter Five
financial performance of Square
Textiles
5.1 Introduction
In order to find out the impediments of the operational and financial performance of
Square Textiles Limited, a comprehensive study has been carried out upon of top level
management, middle level management and workers over Square textiles Limited in
Bangladesh. The report has prepared two sets. One is for management level and another
one is for workers. On the basis of this report the following obstacles are found.
Fear of making decisions could be more hazardous than making a wrong decision.
Making no decision has at least a 50% chance of being wrong. Putting off making hard
choices almost always costs money.
For a business owner isn’t whether to go out on a limb; it’s which limb and how far. But
taking risks contrary to business’ goals, mission and purpose, lead to financial trouble.
Square can have great management, the right product or service and the best sales and
service methods, and still struggle because of outside forces. Sometimes, the economy or
industry goes through a crisis. Because of consumer choices and habits, demand for
product can suddenly fall off without warning.
The political parties taking harmful and destructive steps which will causes a great lose to
the general interest of people such as strike. Frequent general strikes and political unrest
in recent times have taken toll on the readymade textiles sector, raising cost of
production.
Chapter Six
Summary of the findings,
policy implications and
conclusion
6.1 Introduction
Bangladesh’s textiles industry has been said to be an impressive story about how a
private sector could successfully lead the nation to a major export oriented country.
Square Textiles Limited is one of the renowned textiles company in this country. It has
played a vital role for the development of socio-economic condition of the country.
Textiles industry is a main source of foreign exchange of Bangladesh. It has been the key
export division for the last 25 years. Textiles factories provide employment to 25 percent
of total industrial workers of Bangladesh. So textiles industry is one of the main sources
of employment in Bangladesh. But without the proper laws the worker are demanding
their various wants and as a result conflict is began with the industry. So in this thesis
report I tried to identify Problems of textiles industry in Bangladesh and how to recover
this problem. Now, in this chapter following recommendations are forwarded for the
betterment of the export oriented textiles industry as well as Square Textiles Limited.
6.2 Summary of the Findings
There are two types of findings, one is Operational findings and another is financial
findings.
In 2017 it is 3.73 times account receivable turnover Highest and Average collection
period less. In 2016 and 2018 a low value of accounts receivable turnover is not
favorable because it indicates less efficiency and low improvement in the process of
cash collection on credit sales
6.2.2 Financial Findings which are found from annual report of square
textiles limited by critical analysis
Quick ratio
The company’s current liquidity position in 2015 and 2016 is satisfactory. But too
much liquidity is not good. In 2017 and 2018 it is less liquidity. Which can be a bad
sign and as well as good sign
That gross margin ratio was quite stable in 2014 & 2015 but it fall down 11% in 2016.
compare in preceding years it fall down in 2017 and 2018. which can give alarm for
Square Textiles Ltd.
Net Profit Margin
The ratio increase in 2015. But it decreases in 2016. Again it decreases in 2017. In 2018
it is equal to 2017. As a result company has generated less profit then 2015. So company
should aware about of their Net Profit Margin.
Return on Asset
Return on asset Increases in 2016 rather then 2014 and 2015. It is highest in 2016.But
it decreases in 2017 compare with 2016. In order to make business is more profitable
Square Textiles limited should increase their Return on asset.
Return on Equity
The higher the ratio indicates higher the shareholders wealth maximization. Return on
equity is highest in 2016 return shows 16%.But decreases in 2017 and2018 So it’s bad
news for Square Textiles Ltd. that its present ROE is decreasing than previous year.
So company should increase and aware about of their Return on Equity.
6.2.2.3 Price earnings ratio (DSE)
Price earnings ratio is the most widely used indictors in investment decision. It indicates
how much an investor would be paying for every taka earnings. Price earnings ratio was
height in 2014 but it has decreasing in 2016.In 2017 and 2018 Price earnings ratio go
up .So company is now growing up & should aware also of their Price earnings ratio.
6.2.2.4 Price earnings ratio (CSE)
Price earnings ratio is the most widely used indictors in investment decision. It indicates
how much an investor would be paying for every taka earnings. Price earnings ratio was
height in 2014 but it has decreasing in 2015 and 2016.In 2017 and 2018 Price earning
ratio go up. So company is now growing up & should aware also of their Price earnings
ratio.
To take a proper decision, write down the problem. List all possible solutions. State the
good and bad of each decision. Choose the best one.
One of the challenges businesses face is to plan for the inevitable periodic down turns, So
Square textiles have to sustain themselves through economic bad weather by taking good
planning.
Year Sales Net Fixed Sales /Net Fixed Asset Fixed Asset
Assets Turnover
2014 5238437265 2262854293 5238437265/2262854293 2.31
2015 5431437667 1763530746 5431437667/1763530746 3.08
2016 7581715607 3147296521 7581715607/3147296521 2.4
2017 5020425409 3893030120 5020425409/3893030120 1.28
2018 6367124698 4994687046 6367124698/4994687046 1.27
Current
Year Current Current Asset/ Current Current
Asset
Liabilities Liabilities Ratio
2014 4095602705 1363962388 4095602705/1363962388 3
2015 4389591043 1554243774 4389591043/1554243774 2.82
2016 3547892593 965543991 3547892593/965543991 3.67
2017 3618294827 1948729056 3618294827/1948729056 1.85
2018 4430793243 3910867252 4430793243/3910867252 1.13
Quick Ratio
Current Assets-
Year Current Inventory Current or Acid Test
Inventory/
Ratio
Asset Liabilities Current Liabilities
1243943446-
2014 1243943446 1243943446 1363962388 0
1363962388/1243943446
4389591043-
2015 4389591043 1156434388 1554243774 2.08
1156434388/1554243774
3547892593-
2016 3547892593 1181000058 965543991 2.45
1181000058/965543991
3618294827-
2017 3618294827 1326693264 1948729056 1.17
1326693264/1948729056
4430793243-
2018 4430793243 1478552169 3910867252 0.75
1478552169/3910867252
Calculation of Gross Profit Margin
Formula= Gross Profit /Sales*100
Net Net
Year Sales Net Income/Sales*100
Income Profit
Margin
2014 587782036 5238437265 587782036 /523843726*100 0.11
2015 581715169 5431437667 581715169/5431437667*100 0.11
2016 878151579 7581715607 878151579/7581715607*100 0.12
2017 252493568 5020425409 252493568/5020425409*100 0.05
2018 290913928 6367124698 290913928/6367124698*100 0.045
Liabilities Ratio
2014 1363962388 6358456998 1363962388/6358456998*100 0.22
2015 1554243774 6153121789 1554243774/6153121789*100 0.25
2016 965543991 6695189114 965543991/6695189114*100 0.15
2017 1948729056 7511324947 1948729056/7511324947*100 0.26
2018 3910867252 9425480289 3910867252/9425480289*100 0.42