Title: Identify factors that affect manufacturing/production cost.
Course: Introduction to Fashion Careers (19201-36) > Section: Exploring the Production/Manufacturing Process

Identification should include

- direct factors
  - inventory
  - materials
  - waste management and disposal
  - compliance with industry regulations (e.g. labor, labeling, safety)
- indirect factors
  - salaries and benefits
  - utilities
  - space requirements
  - equipment (e.g., purchase, maintenance, and repair)
  - distribution
  - miscellaneous overhead expenses (e.g., depreciation of equipment, security, rent, utilities).

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- How can understanding the factors that affect manufacturing/production cost increase profits?
- What ethical issues need to be considered when determining cost?

Communication

- What is the importance of communication in the areas of safety?
- How can communication affect overall profit?

Leadership

- How does teamwork affect manufacturing/production costs?
- How can industry leaders ensure that manufacturing/production of apparel is done in an ethical manner?

Management

- What resources are available to help manufacturing/production managers make cost decisions?
- What roles can managers play in cost control?