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“Efficient quality control – the

successful code for high

competitiveness”

Investing in your future

EUROPEAN UNION

European Regional

Development Fund

Investing in your future

EUROPEAN

UNION European Regional

Development Fund

OPERATIONAL PROGRAMME

„Development of the

competitiveness of the Bulgarian

economy” 2007-2013

Operational programme

“Development of the competitiveness of the Bulgarian economy“ 2007-2013

Beneficiary: “Brandsmile” Ltd.

Project: “Efficient quality control – the successful

code for high competitiveness”

ID number: 3МС-02-36/01.06.2011

The main activity of company BRANDSMILE focuses on supply chain management in manufacturing garments (Supply Chain Management) for leading European brands. Over the past three years the company focused its efforts primarily to offer its customers a range of products and services covering the entire supply chain in the production of clothing and so much to satisfy their needs. The company provides its customers with very competitive price, European quality, saves them time and effort, mainly because their capacity for fast response in the "last moment", which sometimes is vital because of the nature of the fashion business. BRANDSMILE works mainly with clients and suppliers of materials from the European Union. The company is a preferred partner by Bulgarian suppliers of labor and materials because of flexible and rapid response within the country professional conduct and communication and business relationships. The company's team consists of managers, employees and highly skilled technical specialists in the manufacture of garments, which are key to the success of the company. The main activities of the company managing the supply chain in the production of clothing are: • Design and construction of clothing, Drafting Technology, Production of "Prototypes". By customer, BRANDSMILE

perform all development, which includes designing of patterns, and offering a choice of suitable materials, preparation of technical descriptions of models for future production; grading models with special software, design and print markers (capacity) for performing the cutting of the fabric in production..

• Demand and Supply of materials – Brandsmile organize the entire process of searching, finding the optimal, ordering, purchasing and logistics of all necessary materials for clothing.

• Logistics and Transport – Brandsmile plan and organize transport of all materials necessary for manufacture of clothing from anywhere in Europe. The company has its own vehicles.

• Financing of all materials and workmanship of the garments. For this purpose we use, different banking, factoring and insurance financial capacity.

• Quality control of finished products. Provides at least two levels - intermediate control during production and final quality control before shipment.

• Sewing of clothing. Production of ready made garments - full product.

About Brandsmile

Implementation of ISO9001: 2008 and related investments in assets will significantly improve the organization between departments of the company. Will create real and reliable mechanisms for effective monitoring and better management of organizational processes. In the optimal allocation of work assignments will increase capacity and efficiency of the managerial and executive staff of the company leading to increased overall productivity by 20% to 25%. With the increase in labor productivity will reduce turnaround time offered by the company's products and services, and this is a critical factor in attracting and retaining new customers in our industry. Will shorten the entire cycle in the supply chain for the production of garments from 10% to 20% depending on the different services. Integration of ISO 9001:2008 and investment in modern equipment will require new levels of quality of products manufactured by BRANDSMILE. Control of materials with new procedures and equipment will reduce wastage materials up to 15% will be reduced to 20% stocks, will be reduced to 15% of operating costs and will receive 10% reduction in the cost of service customers. In the presence of ISO 9001:2008 certificate will increase customer confidence in the company. The management company will be able to plan effective strategies, and by defining the proper management of the processes that contribute to achieving better results. You will reach a better understanding of the needs of customers and other stakeholders and using a systematic approach to their satisfaction will increase trust and interest in the company's suppliers and customers. Thus, the project will enhance the overall reputation of "BRANDSMILE" LTD in the industry and among its potential customers. Effects of implementation of the project proposal: Attracting new customers; Clarity and transparency of the processes, rights and responsibilities of each person of the company, establishing the necessary interaction between structural units; Reduce the time to perform various services in the company from 10% to 20% It would reduce the second quality of materials up to 15% Will be reduced to 20% stocks Will be reduced to 15% operating costs Will be reduced by 10% the cost of customer service Boosting labor productivity by 20% to 25%; Improving customer service, which will lead to increased sales by approximately 20% in the first year of operation of the system;

Why ISO 9001:2008 ?

Main activities of project implementation

Activity 1 Management, monitoring, reporting and internal evaluation of the project The team for management and monitoring of the project is the initial phase of the project to a successful implementation and effective control in the execution of activities. The team will discuss and agree mechanisms for internal monitoring, evaluation and reporting on the performance of investment activities, achievement of the project goals and optimize the human and material resources, effective coordination and communication with subcontractors to ensure transparency in project management. One of the main functions of the team is conducting training and selection of contractors, the signing of contracts, coordination of implementation and management services related to those activities document, payments, communicate with suppliers and managing authority, reporting and visualization of the project. Management methodology provides regular team meetings, during which will be made clear division of labor, discuss issues, reporting of results and quality assessment. During the meetings will have the opportunity to review and revise the action plan. In addition to regular team meetings as a means of communication will be used: telephone calls and e-mail. Methods of internal monitoring include: Monitoring of compliance with deadlines for completion of each stage of project implementation and achievement of the objectives and targets of the project; check for correctness, validity and reliability of the information provided in reports of team members information and level of implementation of tasks; regular reporting of results; timely identification of potential problems and difficulties in project implementation and preparation of proposals, recommendations and corrective action where necessary; control over resources used to achieve the intended results recognize the contribution of individual units involved in fulfilling the objectives of the project; proper documentation of the activities of the project, which upon request will be available at national and European supervisors; control over the admissibility and relevance of the project costs; follow the principles of good financial management; inspection and control over implementation of the requirements for publicity and information; verification of technical and financial reporting project.


Activity 2 Selection of contractors The selection of contractors for delivery of all services and assets will be made under Decree 55/12.03.2007 on conditions and procedure for selection of contractor by beneficiaries of agreed grant from the Structural Funds of the European Union Program of the Union and the Financial mechanism of the European economic Area which, according to the Guidelines for Applicants are mandatory, regardless of size and intensity of the agreed grant. According to Art. 12, para. 2 of Decree № 55/12.03.2007, in order to respect the principles of sound financial management and, depending on required for the project activities, the selection of suppliers of services and assets that are equal or less than 30,000 lev, will be performed by collecting three offers. In the election will be the conditions for free and fair competition, equality and discrimination, ethics of the profession, as well as complete visibility and transparency. Costs that will make the candidate in this proposal are necessary for the implementation of the project and will comply with the principles of sound financial management - economy, efficiency and effectiveness of money.

Activity 3 Development and implementation of QMS in accordance with international standard ISO 9001:2008 This project proposal covers consulting services for developing and implementing a system of quality management in accordance with international standard ISO 9001:2008. It is recognized as a global model for developing and implementing an effective management system (QMS) in organizations, regardless of their activity. Standard is a set of requirements governing rules that govern the organization in light quality. The QMS is designed to ensure customer satisfaction with the quality of their goods and services and creating stability and mutual trust in relations between supplier and customer. Development and implementation of QMS will go through the following milestones : Stage 1: Analysis Stage 2: Preparing for the development and implementation of QMS Stage 3: Design and development of the QMS Stage 4: Implementation of QMS in "BRANDSMILE" Stage 5: Measurement, analysis and correction of the QMS ЕтFlat 6: Preparing for the certification of the management system for quality management in the organization in accordance with ISO 9001


Activity 4 Certification of quality management system implemented in accordance with international standard ISO 9001:2008 There are several key stages of the procedure for issuing a certificate of quality management according to the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 through the: Step 1: Conduct a review of the certification audit Stage 2: Conducting inhouse certification audit Stage 3: Preparation of a detailed report by the certifying authority Step 4: Take corrective action if necessary Stage 5: Audit of corrective action Stage 6: Certificate for QMS in place and working

Activity 5 Investment in assets Activities provide investment purchase and commissioning of the following assets : Fabric Quality Control Machine Martindale pilling and abrasion tester Light box for inspection Crockmeter Pilling and snagging tester WASH AND DRY CLEANING EQUIPMENT FASTNESS Cutter Printer Barcode wireless scanner


Activity 6 Visualization and audit of the project In connection with the implementation of project activities "BRANDSMILE" Ltd will take steps to information and publicity of the investment. The measures described below will comply with requirements to provide information and publicity for projects financed by the Community, published in Art. 8 of Commission Regulation № 1828/2006 and Annex I thereto. This will inform the public about the financial contribution of the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) through the Operational Programme "Competitiveness of Bulgarian Economy" 2007-2013 - Placing a Permanent explanatory plaque on the company's building in the place of execution of the project - Ruse. - Placing stickers on the machines and technological equipment purchased with funds from EU. - Preparation of separate information for the sub-project web site Brandsmile Bulgarian and English.

REALISATION

Investment in assets

Fabric Quality Control Machine

selected and purchased machine for quality control of fabric with the following characteristics : • Designed for all kinds of woven and knitted fabric control.

• Ability to work from roll to roll, from folded to roll

• Ideal for fabrics with various levels of stretching

• Automatic fabric edge alignment system.

• Tension free rolling with adjustable tension control

• Smooth fabric feding system with photocell controlled,

synchronized A.C. motors

• Reverse movement back to roll

• Meter counter.

• Automatic stop in pre-defined meters.

• Automatic stop at the end of fabric.

• Accurate control with illuminated panels.

• Easy movement to the required direction with directional

wheels.

Delivery and Installation

Martindale pilling and abrasion tester - Have a minimum of 4 sockets. Each socket can be managed separately – to set separate starting points and to release separate readings. - All readings are recorded in the memory of the machine.

Light box

Characteristics: - Working area - min 120 cm x 59 cm x 57 cm. - To allow work with the following lamps - VERIVADE D65 Artificial Daylight / 6500K (BS950PT1); PHILIPS TL84 White Light / 4000K (MCFE/840 P15) UV Violet Light (UV) F Filament Lamp / 2300-2800

Crockmeter Was selected and purchased a machine with the following characteristics :

- pressure– 9N - Movement – 104мм+/-2мм. - Size of samples – 25х5 см.

Pilling and snagging tester

- Boxes – 2, - Automatic contol, - cycles– 20-70 rpm.

Was selected and purchased a machine with the following characteristics:

WASH AND DRY CLEANING EQUIPMENT FASTNESS

Was selected and purchased a machine with the following characteristics :

- temperature up to 95˚ С - Heating – 7,5 kW - Heating step – 4 C/min. - Cooling step - 4 C/min.

Cutter

Width - 78 мм. High – 120 мм. Weight – 0,9 кг. Diameter – 38 мм.


label and barcode printer


Hi-Open™ heavy duty metal case: opens “vertically” meaning that the footprint of the printer does not change when the cover is open. Soft-close top cover for user safety and user courtesy. Front Loading Rewinder on R models for easy rewinding of the backing paper when printing in "peel mode" or when printing batches of labels. The front of the printer drops down for the simplest rewinder operation ever seen! 300 dpi higher resolution available as a factory option using our CL-S703 model or by upgrading a 200 dpi model. Easy ribbon loading: Hi-Lift™ metal mechanism opening to a full 90° to allow for easy ribbon access. Ribbons up to 450 metres long either inside or outside wound with ARCP™ ribbon control. Our CL-S700DT model is direct thermal only making ideal for courier and logistics applications. Cross-Emulation™ supports both Datamax® and Zebra® emulations and will sense the language being used and offer to switch emulations automatically. Power switch is conveniently located at the front of the printer with large graphic LCD for clear indication of printer status and easy printer configuration. Parallel, serial and USB interfaces standard on most models with optional Ethernet and WiFi Wireless LAN

Barcode scanner


Light source - 630nm Visible Red LED Optical system - 2048 pixel CCD (Charge-coupled device) Depth of scan field - 0-270 mm (Code39, PCS=90%, 20mil) Scanning width/Scan speed - 300 scan/sec Resolution - 0.1mm (4mil) Code39, PCS=90%, on contact Print contrast - 30% or more Scanning angle - Front: 60° ,Rear: 60° ,Yaw: 75° Decode capability - Autodiscriminates all standard barcodes; including GS1 databar

Permanent explanatory plaque

On the facade of the building is placed Permanent explanatory plaque

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