Manufacturers:

Manufacturers in the simulation operate plants, which supply the simulation distribution channel.

A Manufacturing-Only-Firm is restricted to sales to other firms participating in the simulation. They do not sell to the simulated retail market. They may sell to firms in the Advanced Simulation, as well as to firms in the Introduction to Business Simulation.

Manufacturers will encounter production and operation challenges. Manufacturing-Only-Firms depend 100% on Business-to-Business, real-time, real-people, web-based contact to sell their products. Commanding a positive Web presence and providing high quality service is critical to success.

Manufactures make heavy investments in fixed plant and equipment, which creates a relatively high break-even point. Competition is keen as manufacturers negotiate contracts in chat rooms, bulletin boards or direct e-mail. While plants can be downsized or sold, the ability to adjust to sharp seasonal fluctuations and/or longer term shifts in demand can create challenges. Manufacturers generally need sufficient runs for longer-term strategies to play out.

If you wish to run your teams as Manufacturing-Only-Firms please register this request.

Association Global View simulation administrators and tutors provide excellent online response to all student questions.

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