Market Revival

Despite the challenges mentioned earlier, the situation began to improve unexpectedly. The market gradually picked up momentum, orders increased, and the availability of essential raw materials reached the desired levels. This allowed many business owners to breathe a sigh of relief as they began to catch up and make the most of the circumstances.

"Businesses in the hospitality and catering sectors started pre-stocking their supplies. As a result, our production has steadily grown, and today we can confidently say that we’re well-stocked and ready for the coming months," explained the company’s manager.

The increased demand for our products led to slightly longer waiting times, a trend that was observed across various sectors. Whether waiting for a new car, technology, or construction materials, extended delivery times became commonplace.

To better serve our customers, we leveraged this positive trend by hiring additional employees. "With these new reinforcements, we managed to boost productivity and reduce order processing times, which our clients greatly appreciated. Our main focus now is to ensure customers receive our products as quickly as possible," emphasized M. Franek.

Record November

The year 2022 was marked by significant changes, technological advancements, and other positive steps that have further modernized our operations. For over a decade, we have offered a diverse range of hotel, decorative, restaurant, and banquet textiles, furniture, and other accessories. To better meet the needs of even our most demanding clients, we invested in new machinery to enhance efficiency in our workshops.

"We’ve added several new sewing machines, which have already proven to be a valuable addition. This is a testament to our commitment to continuous progress, even during challenging times," stated the company’s manager. Details about these specific investments will be discussed in an upcoming article.

As for our performance throughout the year, while the market gradually regained momentum in the early months, November stood out as our strongest month.

Gradual Modernization

The year 2022 was not only marked by market recovery and the acquisition of new machinery for improved work efficiency, but also by significant strides in digital transformation. "We transitioned to a digital system that now provides our employees with real-time insights into our inventory—be it quantity, color, or specific item details. This allows us to immediately offer customers the information they need," said M. Franek.

He further added: "Our focus on continuous improvement extends to our workforce, who have undergone extensive training to maximize efficiency in their roles. We’ve implemented barcodes, introduced a reservation system, and streamlined our processes to be faster and more precise. From the initial order, preparation, cutting, and production, to the final packaging, we now have a comprehensive and clear overview of every step," emphasized the owner.

As we near the end of February 2023, the market situation remains relatively stable. The positive news is that, despite ongoing challenges, there hasn't been a sharp downturn, allowing production at our company to operate at full capacity. "I can confidently say that we are prepared for whatever challenges this year may bring. I believe that by working together, we can overcome any obstacles and continue offering a broad range of products at unbeatable prices," shared M. Franek.

Customers can rest assured that order fulfillment will not exceed a ten-day waiting period. "We’re ready to handle incoming orders, even as input and energy costs continue to rise. We’ve managed to maintain stable prices, so customers won’t face drastic price hikes for now."

Looking ahead, 2023 could even bring slight price reductions. "While it won't be a steep drop, some price relief is anticipated, along with sufficient availability of key raw materials. However, these are only projections. With market conditions still unpredictable, I recommend businesses avoid delaying their purchases of HoReCa products," advised M. Franek.