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What is the primary concept of Zeit Haus GmbH in the cuckoo clock industry?

  • Modernizing traditional time-pieces for the new generation (correct)
  • Maintaining traditional time-pieces
  • Selling vintage clocks
  • Importing clocks from other countries

    • What industry is Zeit Haus GmbH involved in?

    Cuckoo clock industry

    What is the purpose of an invariant bill of materials?

    Remains unchanged or consistent over time

    What are the parameters for vendor selection mentioned in the content? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Financial Security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The company aims for an Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) target of _%.

    <p>85</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the clock components to their respective clock models:

    <p>Wooden Clock Case = Contemporary Charm (CC) Clock Movement = Modern Elegance (ME) Cuckoo Bird = Smart Cuckoo (SC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the six steps involved in the vendor selection process?

    <p>Identify Business Requirements, Identify Potential Vendors, Ask for Quotations, Evaluate Vendors, Negotiate Terms, Finalize Agreements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the vendor selection process, after evaluating vendors, the next step is to __________ terms.

    <p>negotiate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the numbers of raw materials ordered for 'Wooden Clock Case' in Year 3?

    <p>3041</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To achieve optimal efficiency, the warehouse will be divided strategically.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sales quantity for SC in Year 4?

    <p>1,270</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Year 3, what was the CMI percentage for ME?

    <p>52%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which channel provides the highest contribution margin due to lower commission rates?

    <p>Sales through Amazon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of Zeit Haus's products over similar products from Far East countries?

    <p>Locally sourced sustainable components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target market for Zeit Haus's products?

    <p>Homeowners aged 25-40 years with a modern outlook and strong inclination towards sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Zeit Haus's marketing strategy?

    <p>Brand building through penetration pricing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Zeit Haus's product line includes three SKU's: Contemporary Charm, Modern Elegance, and ______________.

    <p>Smart Cuckoo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Zeit Haus plans to execute a penetration strategy in Year 3 to expand its market reach.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which models does Zeit Haus offer?

    <p>Contemporary Charm, Modern Elegance, Smart Cuckoo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Zeit Haus's production strategy?

    <p>Sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The company Zeit Haus emphasizes high efficiency and quality control in its production facility.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the location of Zeit Haus's production premises?

    <p>Baden Baden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size of 1 Cuckoo Clock when packed in centimeters?

    <p>35X23 (CC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of total costs does production contribute to for Zeit Haus?

    <p>44%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Zeit Haus achieves breakeven between the __ and __ years.

    <p>2nd, 3rd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of units produced in 5 years?

    <p>1909</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following key elements with Zeit Haus's strategy:

    <p>Cost Management = Detailed analysis across departments highlighting production Marketing Budget = Aligned at 20% of total sales Product Costing = Decreases annually as sales volumes increase Profitability = Starts from Year 3 onwards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Logistics channels will first focus on the European Union market.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The transport cost for goods up to 1kg ranges from 1€ to __€ per packet.

    <p>1.40€</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the Costing Objectives with their description:

    <p>Costing Objective = Comprehensively address various aspects of cost management Department Wise Cost = Identify and classify all relevant costs associated with Zeit Haus GmBH Product Costing = Calculated based on Full costing method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the financial metric that measures the difference between actual sales and break-even sales?

    <p>Safety Distance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Gross Profit Margin formula calculate?

    <p>Percentage of sales revenue that exceeds the cost of goods sold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is break-even analysis?

    <p>Break-even analysis is a financial calculation used to determine the level of sales needed to cover total costs (both fixed and variable costs).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does break-even analysis help determine?

    <p>Break-even analysis helps determine the level of sales needed to cover total costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define safety distance in the context of financial analysis.

    <p>Safety distance refers to the excess of sales above the break-even point, providing a cushion against unforeseen events or changes in costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Business Plan: Zeit Haus GmbH

    • Presented by IBC 2023-24, MBA-IBC, Semester 2, on June 16, 2024
    • Supervisors: Prof. Dr. rer. pol. Rainer Fischer, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Andreas Friedel, and Prof. Dr. rer. pol. Larissa Greschuchna

    Executive Summary

    • Zeit Haus GmbH is a new entrant in the cuckoo clock industry, modernizing traditional timepieces to appeal to young homeowners in Germany
    • Mission: Honor Black Forest heritage while appealing to modern sensibilities
    • Three distinctive models: Contemporary Charm, Modern Elegance, and Smart Cuckoo
    • Business model: direct-to-consumer e-commerce channels and strategic partnerships with niche retailers, supported by digital marketing and influencer collaborations
    • Projected growth from €1.15 million to €2.64 million by Year 5

    Product Program

    Problem Statement

    • Classical mechanical cuckoo clocks struggle to appeal to modern aesthetics
    • Industry relies on handcrafted designs, resulting in higher product costs and limited scalability
    • Industry is in decline, with a gap in the market for innovative and functional time-keeping solutions

    Solution

    • Blend traditional cuckoo clock charm with contemporary aesthetics, high-quality, and competitively priced timepieces
    • Incorporate features desired by modern consumers to revitalize the industry

    Product Portfolio

    • Initial two products: Contemporary Charm (€60) and Modern Elegance (€100)
    • Fourth year: launch of Smart Cuckoo (€150) with modern features, including LED lighting, digital display, soft glow in dark, sound customization, camera, Bluetooth connectivity, and app connectivity
    • Sustainability is the core mantra of Zeit Haus's product development

    Consumers Benefit

    • Rediscover nostalgic charm of cuckoo clocks with modern touch
    • Customizable features allow for personalized product experience
    • Features integrate into daily life

    Production Plan

    • Production objectives: high efficiency, quality control, and defect rate below 0.70%
    • Production strategies: lean production principles, advanced technology, First In, First Out (FIFO) inventory strategy, and outsourced components
    • Production premises: Baden-Baden, Germany
    • Resource requirement: detailed analysis across departments

    Marketing Plan

    • Target market: Germany
    • Competition and marketing strategy: direct-to-consumer e-commerce channels and strategic partnerships with niche retailers
    • Customer benefits: How do our customers benefit from our products?
    • Market segmentation: detailed analysis of market segments

    Financial Plan

    • Costing objectives: detailed analysis of department-wise costs, product costing, and contribution margin analysis
    • Break-even analysis: between the 2nd and 3rd years, with profitability starting from Year 3
    • Safety distance: grows from 12% in Year 3 to 36% in Year 5, indicating improved financial stability and resilience
    • Financial ratios: DuPont analysis reveals consistent improvements in profitability, asset turnover, and financial leverage### Business Model Canvas for Zeit Haus
    • Designed for: Zeit Haus
    • Designed by: IBC2024
    • Date: 13/06
    • Version: 1.0

    Key Partners

    • Skilled designers
    • Sustainable material suppliers
    • Partnership with social media influencers
    • Retail partners
    • Online platforms

    Key Activities

    • Product design and development
    • Assembling
    • Online marketing and sales
    • Relationship management with partners and influencers
    • Customer service

    Value Propositions

    • Modern design cuckoo clocks
    • Sustainable materials
    • Asset light production model
    • Unique features matching the target group's taste

    Customer Relationships

    • Engaging social media presence
    • Customer service
    • Feedback program

    Customer Segments

    • Young homeowners in Germany aged 25-40
    • High disposable income
    • Modern outlook on life
    • Preference for sustainable products

    Key Resources

    • Skilled workforce
    • Sustainable material suppliers
    • Strong online and social media marketing expertise
    • Partnership with retailers

    Channels

    • Retail stores
    • Online stores
    • Social media marketing
    • Interior designers

    Cost Structure

    • Components sourcing cost
    • Manufacturing cost
    • Marketing and advertising cost
    • Logistics cost
    • Employee salary and benefits
    • Rent, energy, and administration cost
    • Finance cost

    Revenue Streams

    • Sales to retail chains
    • Direct sales through the online platform (Amazon)
    • Sales through online platforms of retail stores

    Marketing Plan

    Target Market: Germany

    • Germany is a fertile ground for launching Zeit Haus GmbH
    • Germans appreciate design and craftsmanship
    • Target demographic: 25-40 year olds with a high disposable income
    • Preference for modern outlook and sustainable products

    Competitors and Market Strategy

    • Competition from established legacy brands
    • Growth will attract new entrants
    • Existing players from the Far East will put pressure on margins
    • Launching products with commercially competitive pricing
    • Improving margins with new ranges of products

    Market Segmentation

    • Market size: 11.8Mn Euros with a sale of 55482 Units
    • Total achievable market (TAM): 3.04Mn people
    • Serviceable achievable market (SAM): 2.128Mn people
    • Serviceable obtainable market (SOM): 1.15Mn Euros

    Competitors, Substitutes, and their Impact on Profitability

    • Competitors: Rombach & Haas, Anton Schneider, Hubert Herr, August Schwer, Hones
    • Strengths and weaknesses of each competitor
    • Economies of scale as a key factor for competitive pricing
    • Brand building through penetration pricing in initial years

    Marketing Mix

    • Product: Focused product portfolio of modern cuckoo clocks
    • Place: Omnichannel distribution approach
    • Price: Value-based pricing strategy
    • Promotion: Digital amplification, influencer collaborations, content creation, digital billboards

    Production Plan

    • Production objectives: quality assurance, efficiency, sustainability, and innovation
    • Lean production strategy
    • Production premises: key areas, production location, raw materials, and safety
    • Production plan: capacity planning, breakdown, and resource requirement
    • Outsourced parts buying decision### Production KPIs
    • Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) target is 85%, considered world-class
    • Daily and Annual Targets: Set specific targets to monitor efficiency and productivity
    • Quality Metrics: Track defect rates, aiming to maintain them below 0.70%
    • Efficiency Metrics: Monitor manufacturing efficiency with a target to increase to over 90%

    Bills of Materials (BOM)

    • Production approach is Make to Stock based on demand analysis
    • Invariant BOM is chosen due to the Make to Stock approach
    • Table 6 shows the components and quantities for each product type (CC, ME, SC)

    Functional Scheme

    • Functional scheme starts with demand analysis and procurement of parts from suppliers
    • Assembly process begins after all parts are in inventory
    • Quality inspection and packing follow assembly
    • Finished products are stored in the warehouse and ready for shipment

    Coherence with Marketing Targets

    • Production plans are based on demand forecasting data from the marketing team
    • High-quality standards ensure customer satisfaction, aligning with marketing promises
    • Lean production strategies help maintain competitive pricing, a key marketing point
    • Use of eco-friendly materials aligns with the brand's marketing focus on sustainability
    • Continuous innovation supports marketing campaigns highlighting modern features and traditional craftsmanship

    Materials Management and Supply Chain Management

    Vendor Selection Parameters

    • Price of the product: Minimum cost for bulk orders
    • Service & Support: Prompt service
    • Lead Time: Short lead time, within 30 days
    • Financial Security: High credit period
    • Quality Certificate: High and sustainable quality products

    Vendor Selection Process

    • Identify business requirements
    • Identify potential vendors
    • Ask for quotations
    • Evaluate vendors
    • Negotiate terms
    • Finalize agreements

    Warehouse Management

    • Warehouse will be strategically divided for optimal efficiency
    • Stores raw material and finished goods after quality check
    • Table 11 shows the warehouse space requirements
    • Total space of warehouse is 100 meter sq.

    Logistics Channels

    • Initial focus on the German market, scaling to the European Union later
    • Initially partnering with third-party logistics firms and using Amazon for broad reach
    • German Market: Supply chain originates from Baden Baden to retailers, with exchanges only for returns
    • European Union: Utilizing retailers' warehouses and Amazon's distribution services

    Logistics Price Assumption

    • Transporting goods (up to 1kg) costs between 1€ and 1.40€ per packet, based on Mr.Oackstar.de's information

    Amazon Partner/Seller Commission Forecast

    • Amazon charges commission rates between 5% and 45%, depending on product type and distance

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