INTERNSHIP REPORT ON

CONNOISSEUR FASHIONS GARMENTS INDUSTRY

Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of the degree
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

By
ARUNKUMAR R
Reg. No.: BP210756

Under the Guidance of

Mr. R. Alexzander, MBA., PGDCA.,

PG & Research Department of Management Studies

Sacred Heart College (Autonomous)
Tirupattur Dt., Tamil Nadu
JULY – 2022
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 DECLARATION

I, ARUNKUMAR.R, a student of Sacred Heart Institute of Management Studies, Sacred Heart

College (Autonomous), Tirupattur, hereby declare that internship report entitled, A study on
Connoisseur fashions, and is submitted by me for partial fulfillment of award of Master of
Business Administration degree. This report was prepared on my own effort and it has not been
produced earlier towards the award of any other degree or diploma, under the able guidance of
my internal guide Mr. R. Alexzander, MBA., PGDCA.

Place : Tirupattur

Date : 20-09-2022 Name & Signature of the Candidate.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

First and foremost, I would like to express my grateful gratitude to Almighty God for being with me all
through this report work and also to my provincial and superiors for their continuous support and
encouragement.

I express my heartfelt thanks to our beloved Fr. Rector, Dr . John Alexander, SDB, for his blessings
and wishes to carry out this report work.

I would like to express my deep-felt gratitude to our Fr. Principal & Director, Rev. Dr . D. Maria
Antony Raj, M. Com., M. Phil., Ph. D, for permitting me to undertake this report work.

I also thank the head of the department, Dr . S. Sasi Kumar, M. Com, PGD IBO, MBA, M. Phil, Ph.
D., for his support in completing this report on time.

In a special way I acknowledge my deep-felt gratitude to Mr. R. Alexzander , MBA., PGDCA.,,

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, for the immense support and wonderful guidance throughout this
internship.

I am delighted to thank MR. SIVAKUMAR, MD, CONNOISSEUR FASHIONS, CHENNAI

for allowing us to do our summer internship in the esteemed organisation.

I would like to thank MR .VENKAT RAO GM , CONNOISSEUR FASHIONS who gave me a

golden opportunity to work on this project.

With great sense of gratitude I would like to thank Mrs . REGINA, HR, CONNOISSEUR
FASHIONS, for sharing the thought provoking ideas and encouraging me to work in calm &
compose way in the industry.

I am highly thankful to all my respectful professors for their enormous support and advice to
complete this internship successfully.
 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This paper, which was produced in CONNOISSEUR FASHIONS, Chennai, is named

"GARMENTS INDUSTRY.This analysis examines every department in the business.It focuses
on the methods utilised to import fabrics from different parts of the world and the kinds of
machines that are employed during the entire production process.This study covers the type of
work that employees do and the responsibility of the firm to raise standards across the
board.Starting with choosing the precise CAD design, importing textiles, producing a sample,
and then mass production.The shipment is the last step.This report will provide comprehensive
information on every step taken by the organisation to achieve a successful market presence
abroad.This article will give information about the various types of fabrics and their designs,
yawn count, shrinkage level, suppliers and so on.
 TABLE OF CONTENT’S

1
INTRODUCTION

1.1 OVERVIEW
1.2 ABOUT THE INDUSTRY
1.2.1 ESSENTIAL OF SERVICE INDUSTRIES
1.3 PESTEL ANALYSIS

1.3.1 How PESTAL works in CONNOISSEUR FASHIONS

1.4 ABOUT THE COMPANY
1.4.1 PRODUCT OFFERINGS

1.5 SERVICE OFFERINGS

1.5.1 PORTER’S 5 FORCE MODEL
1.6 PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE:
1.7 SWOC ANALYSIS

2. UNDERSTANDING THE FUNCTIONAL ASPECTS OF

DEPARTMENTS
2.1 INTRODUCTION
2.2 MARKETING AND SALES DEPARTMENT
2.3 FINANCE DEPARTMENT
2.4 PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT

2.5 TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT

2.6 PURCHASE AND INVENTORY DEPARTMENT
2.7 2.7 ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT

2.8 HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT

3. LEARNINGS OUTCOMES

3.1 SUMMARY
3.2 ACHIEVEMENTS
3.3 OUTCOMES & LEARNINGS
3.4 CONCLUSION
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1Overview
 This report was created using data from the company's manufacturing, sampling, and
computer-aided design departments. The experts create a model that the customer
requests for them using CAD software, and the designs are cut out using a printing
machine before being provided to the sample area.
 The sample department is one of the most crucial departments in any export firm and is essential
to the advancement of a unit. The merchandising and production departments work closely in
tandem with the sampling department. Sampling is done to determine how the product will
appear when manufactured in large quantities and to ensure that any pattern modifications are
made in accordance with the buyer's specifications. The 20th century saw significant
advancements in the textile industry, which must be taken into account while evaluating the
quality, flexibility, and durability of clothing.


 CAD
 SAMPLING DEPARTMENT
 CUTTING SECTION
 PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT
 FAIR TRADE

 The necessary clothing cannot be prepared without sampling. Even though sampling
takes time, it is a necessary step in any garment manufacturing facility in order to make the
garment. The production department is crucial in this situation. All sampling work was
completed and sent over to the cutting section, which then cut up all the materials and handed
them over to the manufacturing area, where they would sew all the components, such as the
collar, hand, and cuff. The process of sewing the garments is ongoing, and once the task is
finished, it is delivered to the production department's quality assessment and inspection unit
to be checked for defects in the fabric and assessed for quality. They have the specified
amount of time to complete the task. They can only place their next order after that. The
paper discussed the functions of CAD software, the sampling department, and the production
department, as well as the sub-departments within the sampling department, the role of
quality assessment and quality check, and how these functions relate to other industrial
departments. The majority of employees in the company are women. Connoisseur Fashions
has established ethical trading practices for all of its production facilities. They think that a
healthy work atmosphere produces the most productive and content employees. Additionally,
the staff are employed by FAIR TRADE, which is highly beneficial to them since it meets
their daily needs.
 The Connoisseur Fashions staff profit greatly from this because they were able to meet all of
their needs, including providing

 Tailoring Equipment

 Washing machine

 •Fridge

 Two wheeler

 Television.

 Ac

 By paying full salaries up to a certain point in time and then their basic needs, the corporation
greatly assisted in the pandemic scenario.

 The staff members genuinely like their jobs.

1.2 About the Industry
 India's garment industry is worth Rs. 1,000 billion. Over one lakh devices are covered by
the sector, which directly and indirectly employs about 6 million people at a rate that is
nearly identical. The oblique component, which takes the form of items used in the
manufacture of the apparel industry, such as stitching/embroidery thread, buttons,
buckles, zippers, metal plates, cardboard sheets, plastic butterflies, and packaging
material, supports the direct manufacturing sector.

 Following the epidemic, the fashion industry has prioritized the requirements of its
clients over all others. The businesses are embracing the process of digitalizing their
brand marketing. The most important factor for the apparel sector is sustainability.
Customers are seriously concerned about the knowledge of products and their
consequences on the environment. Therefore, the majority of businesses are switching to
eco-friendly items in their manufacturing. When it comes to finding the ideal idea for
environmentally friendly items, several businesses have produced excellent results.
Our nation is now among the top nations in the world for producing clothing. From our
manufacture, items like fibre , yarn, silk, cotton, and denim are very well-liked
internationally. The company produces more than 100 different types of clothing for men,
women, and children.

 In addition to accessories like shawls/scarves, handkerchiefs, gloves, and components of

garments, those include overcoats/raincoats, fits, ensembles, jackets, clothes, skirts,
trousers, shirts, blouses, internal-clothes, T-shirts, jerseys/pullovers, and infants' clothing.
Fabric accounts for 65 to 70 percent of the cost of production, with labour accounting for
another 15 percent, plus overhead and producer's profit. Geographically, men's clothing is
primarily manufactured in western and southern India, whereas women's clothing is
primarily made in north India. The Japanese section of India, where those received their
delivery, is known for its children's clothing. According to fibre sensibility, silk and wool
make up the remaining production, with cotton making up 80% of clothing production
and artificial/blended clothing 15%.In India's total exports from 2020 to 2021, textile,
clothing, and handicrafts accounted for 11.4%.Our nation represented 4% of the
worldwide textile and clothing trade. Despite logistical challenges, India exported the
most textile and clothing, worth $44.4 billion, in the fiscal year 2021–2022.According to
India Brand Equity Foundation, this has established the record for growth during the
financial years 2020–21 and 2019–20, respectively, of 41% and 26%.
1.2.1 Essential of service industries:

 The service sector is essential to society for a number of reasons, including: Providing vital
services to the general public: The service sector frequently provides vital services to the general
public, such as transportation, healthcare, and education. Producing pleasant experiences: A
variety of service industries, including as hospitality, beauty and wellness, entertainment, and
fitness, create enjoyable experiences that are emotionally valuable and improve the health of the
people they serve. Creating job opportunities: As the manufacturing and production industries
become more automated, there is an increased need for workers in the service sector in
occupations like sales and distribution, which creates a surplus of opportunity. There are many
attractive jobs in the service sector for those who are passionate about offering vital services to
their community. Serving as a marker of economic expansion: A robust or expanding service
sector is typically an indicator of a healthy economy. In order to address the shifting needs of
consumers and businesses, the service sector must grow in order to be more accessible to the
general public, which has a stronger impact on the global economy.

1.3 PESTEL Analysis:

About Pestel Analysis:

 PESTEL analysis is a vital tool that executives can use to organise environmental factors
and ascertain how they effect different sectors and the companies that make up those
industries. Being an anagram, PESTEL was created by fusing letters from other words.
The names of the six major environmental segments are particularly represented by
PESTEL:
 The PESTEL study will reveal the numerous elements influencing the fashion industry in
terms of current trends.
Types ;
(1) political,

(2) economic,

(3) social,

(4) technological,

(5) environmental, and

(6) legal.
POLITICAL FACTORS:

Government rules in the nation will provide numerous guidelines for purchasing locally
produced goods. Because they must consider the taxes that are levied on goods that are imported
from other nations. There are many possible points, commodities taxes which may effect the
manufacturing, and when it comes to exporting via air or sea, the shipment costs of the items
must also be taken into account. Other factors, such as shifts in the ruling parties and new laws,
may also have a significant impact on the industry's development.
ECONOMIC FACTORS

When it comes to providing jobs for the citizens of the nation, the apparel industry has been the
largest. By creating jobs, a country's gross domestic product (GDP) will rise, increasing both
individual and societal income levels.

SOCIAL FACTORS

Corporate entities must be socially conscious and should not merely prioritise maximising
profits. Despite being based there, the corporation must adhere to the local and regional values
and beliefs. Even while the business exports its goods to other nations, it also needs to consider
the needs of its local employees. Although there may be cultural differences, they must
eventually be accepted.

TECHNOLOGICAL FACTORS

All of the manufacturing facilities will adopt the newest and most cutting-edge technological
trends. Using contemporary tools will make the process much simpler and produce more gains.
The most recent flexible manufacturing system technology will make it easier for computers to
provide results that are effective in a shorter amount of time.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Mother Earth will be safe thanks to the eco-friendly idea in every way. The greatest approach to
put environmental protection ideals into practise is to "go green. "It will guarantee the product's
longevity and durability over an extended period of time. One of the simplest and quickest ways
to reuse things is through recycling. The companies should take the initiative to follow this type
of items in the market by taking into account all these variables to ensure that our environment is
pollution-free.
Legal factors

Every company should adhere to government rules and regulations in order to receive the various
benefits provided by the government. The company is abiding by the legal requirements that
satisfy the employees, including Provident Fund (PF), Employee State Insurance (ESI), and Fair
Trade. They also have the proper government licencing and have their building premises checked
once a year.

1.3.1 How PESTAL works in CONNOISSEUR FASHIONS

Political:

 Political factors frequently involve problems that have an impact on your company from
a political or legal standpoint. Politics is related to the legal and social spheres, but
politics is a little different because political factors seem to change more frequently. For
instance, consider: • Income Tax and other Taxes, Laws governing the minimum wage;
union influence; and federal, state, and municipal environmental regulations

Economic:

 Variations in the economy known as market forces are frequently beyond of your control.
For instance, a firm loan will be less expensive this year than it was last year if interest
rates fall. Other examples are GDP growth or decline and inflation rates.
• The amount of company debt;
• The income of potential clients in your location; • Employee compensation trends
in the service sector

Social:

 Social aspects include the cultural norms and attitudes of your target audience as well as
those of your co-workers, business partners, competitors, etc. The energy source you use
to power your machinery and cars, for instance, may change as the demand for "green
energy" usage increases.
Technological:

 Technology has a direct impact on the cost of running a firm as well as its productivity.
This includes using outdated technology or software, not keeping up with technological
advancements, and learning about the technological challenges your business will face
when entering a new market.

Environmental:

 An environmental element is anything that could have an impact on your business from
an ecological or environmental perspective. This part of the study will be more important
for some industries than for others. For instance, owners of landscaping businesses don't
have to worry about the weather at all, whereas plumbers may work indoors.

Legal

 Right now, the way your service company conducts business will be directly impacted by
legal issues. The level of customer demand for your company's products and services as
well as certain legislative limitations may have an impact on your business's overall
operating costs.

1.4 About the company:

 CONNOISSEUR FASHIONS
Apparel manufacturing industry
No.1, Nandhi complex, Maduravoyal , Chennai 600 095.
 First in preference is a connoisseur. There are 350 people working for them.
Maduravoyal is home to the main branch. Avadi, Kakkalur , and Tiruppur are the other
branches. Tiruppur produces knitted clothing, while other branches produce standard
clothing. Connoisseur Fashions is a fully integrated clothes manufacturer that provides
services from delivery to design. With an average annual growth rate of 20%, they make
approximately 1.5 million pieces of knit and woven fashion clothing for the markets in
Europe, the United Kingdom, Japan, Australia, and North America.
 Connoisseur Fashions fervently feels that they have a duty to contribute to improving the
quality of life and employment opportunities in our community. One of the missions is
described as using this strategy. They work to uphold and enhance cultural and way of
life values for both society and the workforce. Connoisseur fashions produce their
products in a way that respects the values they place on the environment and people.
Connoisseur Fashions' production facilities are all geared toward upholding ethical
trading practices . They think that a healthy workplace promotes productivity and
contented workers.
 Global sourcing guidelines and initiatives for ethical trading are standards of business
that can be independently reviewed and evaluated by reputable auditors. In accordance
with these criteria, they make sure that their citizens are respected, that their health and
safety come first, and that fundamental human rights are safeguarded and encouraged.
Following all applicable local, national, regulations.
1.4.1 PRODUCT OFFERINGS:

 They produce a wide variety of clothing for both men and women on behalf of various
customers.
 It covers knitted clothing, woven clothing, and everyday clothing.
 They have a large number of international customers. The entire burden of attracting the
company's regular customers falls on the merchandisers. Once the buyer has been given
permission to purchase goods from the business, the auditing job will begin.

FABRICS USED:

 Linen
 Crepe
 Chiffon
 Codroi
 Cotton
 Organic cotton
 Poly cotton
 Tefta
 Vading
 Fur
 Recycled cotton
 Recycled poly
 Modal
 Rayon
 Viscos
 Hemp

CLIENTS:
 Roark
 Known supply
 Sherpa
 Bridge & burn
 Huckberry
 Prana
 Toad & Co
 Liblingsturch
 Saneeta Fifty seven
 JAKO-O
 FITZ
 Karen walker
 S.Oliver
 New Pioneer
 Aventura
 C2C
 Oneil
 TNB
 OBEY
 Wearpact
 PACT
 DARK SEAS
 MARC O POLO
 PIONEER
 BEAMS HEART
 ANIMAL
 Mr. Simple
 Noble brands
 The Normal brand
ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE:
 To carry out its process, this organisation has various departments at various levels.
There is a head or supervisor for each department. The staff members reporting to the
head must notify them. Every employee is expected to adhere to the rules and guidelines
that their individual department heads have established.

DEPARTMENTS:

 CAD department
 Fabric department
 Sampling department
 Cutting department
 Stitching department
 Trimming department
 Checking department
 Ironing department
 Packing department
 Merchandising department
 Human resource department
 Auditing department
 Quality checking department
 Documentation department
 Stores

Every department should perform its duties with the utmost care.

1.5 Service offering

 We understand that meeting deadlines is just as important to maintaining our reputation
for dependability as is our commitment to excellence.
 Our strict and transparent critical path process enables both our team and the teams of our
customers to receive regular updates regarding the status of each assignment both online
and offline.
 Our track record of on-time delivery is quantifiable and verifiable, and this dedication has
brought us close to our clients, much like with quality performance.

1.5.1 PORTER’S 5 FORCE MODEL:

Porter’s 5 force model explains the competitive challenges among the industry.
 Threat of new entrants
 Bargaining power of suppliers
 Bargaining power of customers
 Rivalry among the customers
 Threat of substitute products and services
Threat of new entrants
 The corporation conducts business with numerous overseas buyers. So they have nothing
to fear from new competitors. Instead of competitors, they exclusively concentrate on
new customers.

Bargaining power of suppliers

 The business works with a variety of domestic and international suppliers. They have
strong ties to the most well-known mills in India and abroad. The best results of a cloth
are determined by the right fabrics. As a result, they get along well with their suppliers.

Suppliers:
 V.R. Fashions
 Freudenbery
 Performance materials
 A.S. Fashions

Bargaining power of customers:

 The buyers provide orders to the merchandisers. The final decision regarding the
merchandise is made by the customers. Once the customers are happy, they will request a
salesman sample (SMS).The SMS will be on a minimal basis, and when it is well
received by customers, they will place bulk orders that range from 15000 to 30000 metres
of cloth.

Rivalry among the existing customers:

• The buyer's mindset is crucial when it comes to the merchandise. Therefore, there is no
competition among the current clientele.

Threat of substitute products and services:

 Purchases of raw materials are made on both the domestic and foreign markets. The
quality assurance team will conduct an audit to evaluate each fabric, including buttons,
threads, needles, and other components.Every product has a consistent supply that is
tracked by retail department. Every month, every machine's check list is carefully
examined. The company's professionals should instantly replace anything that has to be
modified or corrected.Always, supplementary inventories will be kept on hand, and the
reorder level will be precisely observed
1 .6 PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE:

 The Product Life Cycle plays a crucial function in the industrial sector.
 There is no set moment when production of clothing will be at its highest. It has a
consistent demand in the market because it is a basic human necessity.
 The business operates year-round with regular production. Nevertheless, there is a
sharp increase in production from September to January.
 It includes the following stages:

 CAD design
 Proto sample
 Review by buyer
 Fabrics selection
 Sample development (SMS)
 Bulk order
 Fast moving goods

CAD Design:
 Once the buyer confirms the initial stage of the order, CAD design is produced.
 The tech bundle has various different styles.
 All required raw materials are imported from thoroughly vetted suppliers across the
globe.
 The CAD prototypes will be produced using Winda and Herbal software after the
legitimacy of the raw materials has been confirmed.

PROTO SAMPLE:
 The CAD pattern will be produced using the buyer's specifications, after which it will be
approved by the head of the CAD department.
 The WINDA and HERBAL softwares are used to create the CAD for the systems.
 The system will have made all necessary adjustments when the prototype is selected and
will then proceed to print the pattern.

REVIEW BY THE BUYER:

The pattern will be printed out and sent to the buyer. Prior to choosing the materials for that
pattern, the buyer must first accept the particular CAD.

FABRICS SELECTION:
 The fabrics will be chosen by the textiles department head depending on the patterns.
 Additionally, some purchasers supply fabric samples. Using the sample fabrics, the
textiles department will place an order for the fabrics in India.
 The fabrics may occasionally be imported if they are not made here. The imported fabrics
will be special and used in many ways, such as reducing waste, among others.
SALESMEN SAMPLE(SMS):
 The SMS sample will serve as the basis for the SMS manufacturing process. There will
be 200 metres or more of fabrics chosen for the SMS. The ideal designs and models are
developed based on the needs of the consumer.
 It will be displayed at the stores, where staff members will gauge consumer interest in
that specific product.
 Once the shown goods have successfully reached the buyers, the buyer will place a large
order.
 Salesmen samples will be supplied to customers within ten days of the order date.

BULK ORDER:
 Bulk orders include of the SMS-effective products.
 The production will use fabrics with a length of between 15,000 and 30,000 metres.
 The bulk order will be finished within a one to three month period.
 After the bulk order is successfully launched, the payment process begins.

FAST MOVING GOODS:

 It is referred to as the quickly moving commodities that are constantly in demand
among customers. The customers would place new orders once the bulk order of the
products was selling well in the market.

1.7. SWOC ANALYSIS:

The SWOC analysis is the method which is used to measure the different factors such as,

 Strengths
 Weakness
 Opportunities
 Challenges


STRENGTHS:

 The first and most significant strength of them is exporting to other nations.
 When customers are satisfied, they will remain loyal to them and won't switch to other
brands. Buyers consider quality when making their decisions, and connoisseurs excel in
this area. The bulk order and SMS processing times are kept to a minimum.
 Many branches will quickly deliver the desired results, including the ideal fit, colour
schemes, and patterns.
WEAKNESSES:

 The cost of a single item is far less than its selling price.
 Attracting new customers.
 The auditing procedure used by buyers.
 The duration of the import process for foreign goods.
 The amount of time it will take the goods to get there.

OPPORTUNITIES:

 The brand may become more well-known in order to reach more consumers.
 Activities related to marketing and sales promotions can grow.
 It will attract more purchasers.
 To attract more customers, the merchandising crew may receive further training.

CHALLENGES:

 Employers can reduce absenteeism by enforcing strong rules and regulations.

 A separate department for handling customs and logistical concerns may exist.
 It shortens the products' transit time and expedites their arrival at their destination.

COMPANY’S SUPPLY CHAIN:

 The supply chain is one of the primary determinants of their orders.

 They drive their own vehicles to deliver the loaded cargo to the port or via the air.

 They use air freight and marine freight to ship the finished goods.

 For supply chain management, they are use the world's largest logistics supplier,
HELLMANN INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS.

 If the products are in a state that requires urgent delivery, air freight logistics will be
utilised.

 The most typical and universal method of delivering goods to customers is through sea
freight.

 There have never been any errors, such as missing a goods or experiencing damage.

 The merchandising group has kept everything up to date.

2. UNDERSTANDING THE FUNCTIONAL ASPECTS OF DEPARTMENTS

2.1 INTRODUCTION
 A successful company should employ qualified individuals to improve the sector. A
capable board of directors and managers are necessary for the organisation to fulfil its
mission and goals.The top management should immediately define the goals and
objectives of the organisation.Every employer will be able to focus on their work
without straying once they are all aware of the organization's vision. So that their
authority and responsibilities as managers are successfully carried out, the key
departments' managers should take responsibility for performing the tasks in an
ethical manner. The numerous divisions of Connoisseur Fashions will be displayed
here, along with some of their operational characteristics.

2.2 MARKETING AND SALES DEPARTMENT

 A merchandising team serves as the marketing and sales department for upscale clothing.
 It is solely the job of the merchandising team to act as the company's foundation.
Considering that they exclusively interact with consumers. They receive orders for
certain products by contacting the buyers. Email will be used to share all of the
information .MYA-TEX is the website where all of the buyer's requirements, such as
buttons and business labels, are listed. The merchandising staff also functions as the sales
division for upscale clothing. Under the direction of Mrs . Mareena , senior merchandiser,
this department has a total of 16 staff members. Senior merchandiser, junior
merchandiser, and merchandiser are the different ranks of merchandisers. The tech pack
will be sent once the marketing team receives confirmation of the buyer's order. Tech
Pack is the styling tool where they can choose the styles from and the subsequent method
will be carried out in accordance with that. It involves a number of steps; let's list them.

 Proto sample
 Review by the buyer
 Salesmen sample
 Sized sample
 Peak production sample
 Bulk

PROTO SAMPLE:

 The proto sample is the initial step, where the buyer has provided their desired design and
pattern for the outfit.
 The sample will be created based on the pattern and design and given to the customer
within 10 days.
 REVIEW BY THE BUYER:

 After the customer reviews the proto sample, changes are made as necessary.

SALES MEN SAMPLE:

 The buyers will receive about 100 samples, which will be on display in their retail
locations.
 The additional manufacture of the materials will be made based on the customer's need
for the specific product.

SIZED SAMPLE:

 The size sample will be created once the particular salesmen sample is spreading
successfully among the clients.
 To make the materials for the size sample, approximately 15000 metres of fabric will be
used.
 The buyer will receive the entire order of the sized sample within one or two months.

PEAK PRODUCTION SAMPLE:

 The season in which a certain type of clothing is produced at its highest level.
 The textiles require special attention because they will change according to the seasons.
 Fur or woollen textiles, for instance, will be employed throughout the winter months.
 Therefore, the manufacture for certain textiles will be slightly different.
 The period from September to January is when they produce at their highest levels.

BULK PRODUCTION:

 Bulk production is the time of year when customers will consistently place orders.
 It is because there is a higher demand from clients for the specific sort of clothing.
 Therefore, they will choose for mass production.
 To produce the bulk order, approximately 25000 metres of fabric will be needed.
 The materials will need to be produced in bulk over the course of three months.
2.3 FINANCE DEPARTMENT:

 Money is the primary driving force behind every business. The crucial responsibility of
handling monetary-related concerns falls to the finance department. They rely on digital
records for all aspects pertaining to documentation because they are handling the
company's financial affairs. The overseas purchases won't be reimbursed until they have
their materials. The transaction will be made using dollars, which will then be translated
by banks into Indian rupees. The primary objective of the financial department is
allocating funds for purchasing textiles, inventories, transportation, etc.
 Mr. Venkat Rao , General manager, and the Senior auditor of the company is taking care
of all the financial related matters in the company. The auditing will be closed by every
year in the month of February. The balance sheets will be handled by the single chartered
accountant for all the branches. The price for the products will be fixed in the name of
costing sheet. After the bulk orders reaches to the buyer only the transaction process will
start.

2.4. PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT:

 The company's production department is a key functional area because it deals with
turning a prototype into a finished garment.
 ·The department responsible for production employs the most people.
 Because it is a clothing manufacturing facility, they require competent tailors to deliver
the finished product without any flaws.
 The production division includes a large number of units. They do,

Sampling unit
Cutting unit
Production unit
Checking unit
Ironing unit
Packing unit
SAMPLING UNIT:

 The salesmen's sample production is handled by the sampling unit, and subsequent orders
will only be fulfilled based on this.
 The sample pieces will be made with the correct models and specs.
 This sample work will be free of errors and blunders.
 To create the examples, 200 to 500 metres of cloth will be needed.

CUTTING UNIT:

 The cutting unit has three regions, each with a master.

 The master will be in charge of overseeing the entire fabric-cutting process.
 The fabric will range in thickness from 90 to 350 gsm.
 The fabric's shrinkage level is between 5 and 6.
 The equipment that aids in identifying changes in fabrics is called a LIGHT BOX.
 The textiles' yarn counts should range from 20 to 80.
 If there are 20 yawns, the fabric will have a high degree of density.
 If the yawn count is 80, the fabric's density will be low.
 The optimum textiles shrinkage levels range from 1 to 4.
The steps in cutting the fabrics includes
 Laying down the fabrics.
 Marking the patterns using sample pattern formats.
 Cutting the patterns using the machines namely,
 End cutter
 Hand cutter
 Band knife
 Fusing machines
 Hand gloves
 End cutters are used to cut the edges of the fabrics in accordance with
the team's marks.
 Using a hand cutter makes it easier to cut the fabrics accurately.
 Band knives are used to cut the little portions of materials.
 The undesirable threads in the fabrics are removed using fusing
machines.
 Hand protection is necessary for fabric cutting operations to be
completed safely.
PRODUCTION UNIT:

 Fabrics that have been finished cutting will be sent to the production facilities for the
entire process of creating the finished product.
 The production unit has 200 highly skilled workers to do the assignment.
 The sewing machines are made to sew the clothing as quickly as feasible.
 The technical teams instantly fix any errors that occur within a half-hour.
CHECKING UNIT:

 The checking unit verifies that all the sewn clothing is in the appropriate shape.
 They will examine all of the fabric's components, including any additional thread,
stitching, buttons, etc.
 The textiles that require adjustments should be returned to manufacturing for revisions.
 Once the fabric has been examined, stickers are used to identify it.

IRONING UNIT:

 The ironing unit is the section where the examined items will be ironed.
 To make the products seem beautiful in packaging, steam will be used.
 The skilled staff will iron 25 items of clothing in one hour.
 The last step is to go for packing after ironing.
PACKING UNIT:

 The final packing of the clothing will be handled by the packing units.
 They use stickers on the clothing to indicate the size, brand name, and other information.
 Here, the tags will be fixed.
 Following that, the clothing will be placed inside a plastic bag or other reusable
container. It will then be placed in the boxes for shipping.

2.5 TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT:

 Since they deal with equipment that is run by human resources, the technical staff plays a
crucial part in this company's production.
 There are numerous opportunities for issues with the machinery.
 Once a month, every machine is given a comprehensive inspection.
 The machines are bought in Taiwan and Japan.
 For the productions, every machine is an import.
 The checklist card is connected to each and every machine.
 This checklist includes information on when it was serviced, the date, the time, any
machine issues, etc
2.6 PURCHASE AND INVENTORY DEPARTMENT:

 The inventory department has everything the production department needs since
production shouldn't stop because of low or no inventory.
 There will always be an adequate supply of inventory in the stores.
 Every department is entitled to request supplies from the inventory department, such as
needles, cutters, and scissors.
 If any machines have issues, they will be resolved right away.
 If not, spare machines will always be available for use in production.
 The spare machines are maintained by the inventory division.
 Because they should be in working order, the spare machines will receive the same
maintenance as regular units.
 The records keep track of every purchasing information.
 The information will be included in this record,
 Purchase of fabrics
 Supplier details
 Transportation
 Logistics
 Payments
 Transaction details
 Goods received date
 Bill number
 Details of the fabrics

2.7 ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT:

 Those in charge will be responsible for the work flow in their particular units, with the
administration department concentrating on all of their tasks. The question or deviation
will be resolved within its units. Therefore, having effective leadership is crucial to
resolving any problems that may arise at work.The issues will be resolved by the masters.
As a result of their extensive experience handling issues and providing prompt solutions.
2.8 HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT:
 The company's human resources division has complete control. The human resources
department should have authority over everything that occurs in the business. Because it's
difficult to manage human resources in a manufacturing organisation. There may be
several grievances and problems between the employer and employee or amongst
employees. To continue the seamless production process, everything needs to be
organised. As a result of the buyers' intense attention to detail while placing orders. If
not, they might switch to other companies. Therefore, resolving workplace disagreements
will be crucial to raising productivity.
RECRUITEMENT :

The process of recruiting the workers and employees for the vacancy has lots of methods.

 Advertisement
 Canvasing
 Walk –in
 Known sources

TRAINING:

 The hired staff will be divided into groups according to their skill sets.
 Both expert and unskilled personnel will receive the necessary training.
 The trainings will be centred on what the workplace culture requires.
 The training programme will last around a month.
 Following that, the employees will begin their regular jobs in accordance with their
training.
 Each employee has an own file with their personal information, such as their Aadhar
card, diplomas, bank statements, and letters of declaration.
 12% of the salary is set aside for the provident fund.
 Employee state insurance has a 0.75% premium.
 The employer and employee contributions to ESI are 3.25% and 0.75%, respectively.
 Each employee will be granted 15 days of unpaid time off per year.
 Every year, the bonus for Diwali will be approximately 8.33%.
 Regular employees will receive an attendance bonus of Rs. 1000.
 The company will provide all employees with the ability to pick up and drop off using
vehicles in both directions.
 Employee referrals will receive a reward of Rs. 1000.
 There will be a total of 8 hours of labour each day and 48 hours per week.
 Biometrics will be used to record attendance.
 There are separate committees for the employees' safety, health, and hygiene.
 If there are any issues with the employees, such as inappropriate behaviour, a warning
will be provided.
 Training, retraining, a warning letter, dismissal, and wrapping up
 These are the steps that will be performed to prevent workplace errors.
 If they have the necessary proof, they can head to the police station to take the next steps.
 All employees will receive insurance, up to a maximum of 5 lakhs for injuries and 10
lakhs for fatalities.
 CHAPTER 3 LEARNINGS OUTCOMES

3.1 SUMMARY:

 Connoisseur is perfectly positioned to succeed in their business.

 The main determining criteria for them are the employees' loyalty.
 The employee's productivity will rise if their home life receives extra attention.
 The majority of the company's employees are women. In that culture, they are at ease
working.
 The company has the necessary preventative actions and precautions.
 The company complies with applicable laws, such as the Factory Act and the Wage
Payments Act.
 The key factor in their success is the employment of skilled personnel.
 Appropriate training also increases productivity.
 The organisation is highly worried about breaks, canteen amenities, and other things.
 Another important element that encourages employees to remain loyal to their employer
is the idea of fair trade.

3.2 ACHIEVEMENTS:

 They received certificates for SA 8000-2014.

 They received praise for making the best use of the company's water resources.
 Of the water used, 60% will be recycled, and 40% will be pumped into a groundwater
well.
 The power supply has been conserved. They don't needlessly waste electricity.

FAIR TRADE SCHEME:

  Fair trade is a programme where the corporation offers several incentives to the
employees.
 It contains a specific percentage of something.
 That sum will be applied to the employees' necessities, including food, rice bags, cash
wages, furniture, household appliances, bicycles, and other items.
 A separate council for fair trade is composed of the president, wise-president, treasurer,
committee members, and field manager.
 The fair trade project will cost between between 8 and 50 lakhs.
 In order to be eligible for the fair trade programme, the employee must work for at least
one month.

3.3 OUTCOMES & LEARNINGS:

 The productions and operations are unique to manufacturing enterprises.

 The purchasers used to do numerous audits to find the greatest and finest clothing.
 The salesmen's sample orders are the most crucial element for the company.
 There are several sorts of fabrics, including synthetic, polycotton , and organic cotton.
 The idea of recycling cotton fabric exists.
 A unique sort of cloth manufactured from natural fibres is organic cotton.
 These organic cotton fabrics were produced with extra care.
 Additionally, this organic cotton is in high demand among consumers.
 Each and every machine has a maintenance card, and it is utilised and maintained each
month.
 Prior to starting manufacturing, CADD is the primary procedure.

3.4 CONCLUSION:

 Exports to foreign nations now account for a larger portion of India's GDP.
 It is a means of boosting and bolstering the national economy.
 Connoisseur Fashions, a clothing exporter, contributes to the growth of the national
economy.
 Whatever the models and designs, they are ready to go for that and make it happen.
Technology plays a crucial role in the manufacturing unit, as does the staff' ability to
adapt to any order.
 The main factor in ensuring that the goods get at their destination promptly is supply
chain management.
 Customs clearance will be completed each time they ship something.
 They transport their goods to the buyers primarily via seaways.
 The imported machines will receive subsidies.
 The only factor in their success throughout the past years and into the future has been
their employees.