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Identify opportunities in the textiles, clothing and footwear market

Identify opportunities in the textiles, clothing and footwear market

Unit of competency
National Code
LMTGN5008A
State Code
W7342
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/10/2014
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
24/10/2014
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit covers skills and knowledge to conduct market research into textiles, clothing and footwear (TCF) markets and identify opportunities for improving the performance or outcomes of a TCF product.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Conduct market research
  • 1.1 Target for market research is selected and research parameters developed
  • 1.2 Market research activity and evaluation strategy are planned and documented
  • 1.3 Research into TCF market is conducted and outcomes documented
  • 1.4 Research findings are analysed and potential opportunities identified
2 Analyse TCF market opportunities
  • 2.1 Research findings are analysed against domestic and global trends to assess impact on potential opportunities
  • 2.2 Feasibility studies are conducted to assess opportunities
  • 2.3 Opportunities are discussed with team members and members of the TCF supply chain to gain feedback
  • 2.4 Concepts are developed to explore TCF opportunities
3 Conduct tests on TCF concepts
  • 3.1 Tests are conducted on materials, fabrics, products or processes to assess viability of concepts
  • 3.2 Technical knowledge of TCF materials and production processes is applied to test rigor of concepts
  • 3.3 Sample products are developed to test concepts with key personnel and target market
4 Prepare a strategic plan
  • 4.1 A strategic plan, including budget, is developed to explore TCF market opportunities
  • 4.2 Plan is presented to key personnel to gain feedback and support
  • 4.3 Strategic plan is finalised
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the Performance Criteria, is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Target may include:
garments, textiles or other TCF products
TCF supply chain components
market segments
TCF supply chain includes:
suppliers of raw materials
spinners, wool processors, technical textile processors
textile production enterprises
patternmakers, machinists, designers, garment assembly enterprises
producers of footwear, headwear, millinery or fashion accessories
quality assurers
suppliers of testing expertise and processing
distributors
outworkers
sales and marketing suppliers
point of sale merchandisers
wholesale and retail outlets
media and promoters
packaging suppliers
warehousing
Technical knowledge may include:
properties and performance characteristics of fibres, fabrics and yarns and other materials used in the TCF product
quality indicators for fabric such as colour steadfastness, shrinkage, durability, grain etc
processes used to produce TCF product and impacts on raw materials
costs associated with materials and production processes
limitations of TCF materials
limitations of production processes for TCF products
Sample products may include:
short runs
fabric samples
prototype products
textile samples
design samples
demonstrations
trials
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
distinguish between different TCF Market segments
apply marketing principles in a TCF context to establish market trends and opportunities
identify trends in the TCF Industry
conduct and analyse market research
assess the viability of new products and processes in the TCF market
apply research findings to current data on the TCF industry
identify opportunities for TCF products or processes
develop a strategic plan

Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace,
including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment

Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.

Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.

Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAV71 MSTGN5008 Identify opportunities in the TCF market Unit of competency