Technical Note
A NOTE ON THE LAHORE KNITWEAR INDUSTRY STRUCTURE
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AREA :PRODUCTION & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
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LENGTH :8
LUMS No :03-843-2016-2
PUBLICATION YEAR : 2016
ABSTRACT:
This technical note on the Lahore knitwear garment industry captures the evolution of the industry that started with the advent of the Ammar Textiles Company. The note highlights the vertical structure of the industry in its earlier years and the issues that led to the adoption of the vertical model. The note also explains the benefits of quota regime that helped to kick start the industry. However, the stability of orders brought complacency among the entrepreneurs. The sudden loss of orders after the quota regime due to the regional competition signifies the structural issues in the industry. The note also highlights the current standing and sets the stage for discussion on the future of the industry.