Sourcing
Sourcing refers simply to the process through which IMW will seek to identify those factors in its business setup that have to be moved more towards the supplier focal point or, have an option of in sourcing within IMW. As it stands, IMW will have to consider some different types of sourcing options that are available. The five alternatives are customer importance, technological clock speed, the competitive status, the supply base ability, and lastly the architectural connection in place (Gambino, 2008).
The inferences that can be derived from choosing any of the above alternative sourcing options are that, in relation to a client, how can a sourcing choice alter client preferences for instance? Secondly, what is the rate of technological changes and advancement in the industry that can impact the Slovakian market? IMW will also be keen in edging its competitiveness and attaining the quality, outlay or technology within the industry in its location. In terms of the supply base, interest will be pegged on the outsourcing ability of the outside supply base. Finally, it is significant to identify the importance of the sourcing option to be utilized by IMW for the entire project.
As is described in this section, the sourcing options explained above can be qualitatively and prescriptively assessed as: The more significance that a client can derive from the source should add importance to that particular sourcing decision. Secondly, the quicker the technology clock speed is implying that the more dangerous or risky it will be to fully rely on a supplier from out. Thirdly, the more potent IMW’s competitive edge is in its designs will increase the desire for an option of in sourcing. The increased capacity of the outside supply base and their sufficient availability as well as their technological aptness will offer the easy choice of deciding to outsource rather than in source in IMW. Lastly, if the architectural relationship happens to be quite important to the overall production of IMW’s products, then it will not be clever to fully rely on any outside suppliers for the raw materials needed for productions. Once IMW sets its site, then an appropriate sourcing option will be duly selected from the above options.
Transportation
The Nitra region is extensively well linked through a network of roads in the various districts that are found there. It is also well connected through an international highway communication. The international magistral track of rail transport freight also cuts through the Nitra region. There is also a well-known port on the river Danube in a town called Komarno. It is significantly linked with the European fluvial magistral Ryn, also known as Mohan Danube.
Lately, there has been increased activity within the Nitra regions owing to the extensive travelling activities. There are several thermal springs within the area that have attracted many tourists to the region on holidays. This has led to the development of many tourist centers growing up in the area such as Kormano, Patince, and Sturovo adding to mineral water availability.
Reference
Gambino, P. (2008). Sourcing For Businesses. New York: McGraw Hill.