The transformation process of the jewelry storage box production base
Facing challenges, the leather goods enterprises in Dongguan began to actively transform themselves. Among them, the expansion of industrial diversification was an important direction. Many enterprises no longer confined themselves to manufacturing high-end luxury leather goods but turned their attention to the fast-moving consumer goods market. In the product fields such as jewelry storage boxes, Dongguan enterprises quickly entered the market by leveraging their years of accumulated leather production experience and technical foundation. Some factories that originally produced for luxury goods began to produce a variety of stylish and affordable jewelry storage boxes using existing equipment and technology. These storage boxes not only met consumers’ daily needs for jewelry storage but also gained popularity due to their fashionable designs.
In addition to jewelry storage boxes, the enterprises also expanded into other fast-moving consumer goods leather product categories, such as small leather accessories and fashionable backpacks. Through industrial diversification expansion, enterprises can diversify risks and no longer overly rely on the single luxury goods manufacturing business. At the same time, the fast-moving consumer goods market has a large demand and rapid updates, providing more development opportunities for enterprises. Enterprises can quickly adjust production strategies based on market demands and launch trendy new products to enhance their market adaptability and profitability.
Innovation and upgrading of production mode
During the transformation to become a global fast-moving consumer goods production base, the leather goods enterprises in Dongguan have innovated and upgraded their production mode. On one hand, they drew on the rapid response characteristics of the fast-moving consumer goods industry and strengthened supply chain management. By establishing close partnerships with suppliers, they achieved rapid supply of raw materials and precise control of inventory.
On the other hand, they increased investment in technological innovation and introduced advanced production equipment and processes. The application of automated production equipment has improved production efficiency and the stability of product quality. Some enterprises also began to explore digital production models, using big data to analyze consumer demands and guiding product design and production plans.
Brand building is a crucial step in the transformation of Dongguan leather goods enterprises. Many enterprises have realized that to establish a foothold in the fast-moving consumer goods market, they must create their own brands. Through brand acquisitions and independent brand creation, enterprises not only enhance their brand awareness but also gain experience in brand operation and marketing promotion.
In terms of market expansion, enterprises actively explore both online and offline channels. With the rise of e-commerce, online channels have become an important battlefield for enterprise sales. Offline, enterprises increase their brand market coverage by opening specialty stores, entering shopping malls, etc. At the same time, enterprises actively participate in various domestic and international exhibitions to showcase their products, expand customer resources, and enhance the international influence of their brands.
After years of transformation and development, the leather goods industry in Dongguan has achieved remarkable results in its transition to a global fast-moving consumer goods production base. In terms of industrial scale, the number of leather fast-moving consumer goods production enterprises in Dongguan has been continuously increasing, forming a relatively complete industrial chain. From raw material supply, product design, production manufacturing to sales channels, numerous enterprises are involved in each link, and the agglomeration effect is obvious. Taking Chang’an Town as an example, it is not only an important manufacturing and distribution concentration area for mechanical and hardware molds in South China, but also a supply area for 90% of stainless steel accessories worldwide. Its developed hardware mold industry provides strong support for the production of leather and jewelry storage boxes and other products.
In terms of market share, the leather fast-moving consumer goods produced in Dongguan have continuously increased their market share in both domestic and international markets. In China, the products are favored by consumers due to their high cost performance and fashionable design, and the market share gradually expands. In the international market, the leather fast-moving consumer goods produced in Dongguan are exported to more than 100 countries and regions around the world through e-commerce platforms and exhibitions, and have become one of the important supply areas in the global fast-moving consumer goods market. In terms of brand influence, some local brands in Dongguan have gradually emerged and gained certain popularity and reputation in both domestic and international markets.
In the future, the leather goods industry in Dongguan will encounter numerous opportunities in the global fast-moving consumer goods market. With the recovery of the global economy and the improvement of consumers’ living standards, the demand in the fast-moving consumer goods market will continue to grow. Especially in emerging market countries such as China and India, the potential of the consumer market is huge, providing a broad market space for the leather goods enterprises in Dongguan. At the same time, the continuous progress of technology, such as artificial intelligence, big data, and the Internet of Things, in the manufacturing industry, will provide more possibilities for the innovation of production models, product design optimization, and market expansion of enterprises.
However, the leather goods industry in Dongguan also faces some challenges. The competition is becoming increasingly fierce, and fast-moving consumer goods production enterprises from all over the world are competing for market share. Dongguan enterprises need to continuously improve product quality and brand competitiveness to stand out in the competition. In terms of environmental protection and sustainable development, consumers’ requirements for the environmental protection of products are getting higher and higher, and the government has also introduced relevant policies and regulations. Enterprises need to increase investment in environmental technology research and development and process improvement to meet the requirements of the market and policies. In addition, the uncertainty of international trade situations, such as the rise of trade protectionism and tariff adjustments, may also have certain impacts on the export of Dongguan leather goods products.
To cope with the opportunities and challenges in the future, the leather goods enterprises in Dongguan need to continue to strengthen technological innovation, continuously improve product quality and design level, and build brands with international competitiveness. At the same time, enterprises should actively expand domestic and foreign markets, strengthen cooperation with suppliers and distributors, and build a stable industrial chain and supply chain. The government should also continue to increase its support for the leather goods industry, introduce relevant policies, guide enterprises to transform and upgrade, and promote the sustainable and healthy development of the leather goods industry in the global fast-moving consumer goods market. This will further consolidate its position as a global fast-moving consumer goods production base.