FINAL GRADUATION PROJECT

Submitted for the award of Degree.

of

B. Des in Footwear Design and Production

In

8TH Semester (DESIGNING)

2019-2023

Submitted by NITIN LATHER (1954020)

FOOTWEAR DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE

Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India

An Institute of National Importance as per FDDI act 2017

Rohtak-124001

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 CANDIDATE’S DECLARTION

I, hereby, declare that the synopsis I made for the award of the degree of B. Des

in Footwear Design and Production submitted to Faculties Mr. Ashok Sahai of

FDDI ROHTAK, is an authentic record of my own research work carried out

under the supervision Mr. Ramkesh sir & Mr. VEERPAL SIR.

I also declare that the work embodied in the present project.

(I) is my original work and has not been copied from any Journal/Project/Book, and

(ii) has not been submitted by me for any other degree or diploma.

(Name and Signature of the Candidate)

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 LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION

This is to certify that Nitin Lather, student of B.DES (FDP) 7th semester, has Made this

project under my guidance and supervision. All the literature work infused by him in this

report is his original work, conducted under my supervision.

Name of Internal Mentor Name of External Mentor

MR. RAMKESH SIR MR. VEERPAL SIR

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 PREFACE

As a part of our syllabus to bring the knowledge in the field of management this project work

has been carried out to gain deep insight of the Footwear factory and the way they work.

Sequence of operation problems and challenges faced during production, labour management

etc.

Doing this helped me to enhance my knowledge to work into the footwear industry having

the latest technology and help them to enhance their technology and to gain the knowledge

about the footwear industry of India as well as other countries industry concept and working

standard.

The project helped me to know the role of devotion towards work, how to research, and

various aspect of research in the field of footwear.

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 Table Of Contents

S no. Topic

1. Introduction

➢ About the company

➢ Brands

➢ Mission

➢ Vision

2. Verification And Validation

3. Bibliography and references.

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 TODAY FOOTWEAR PVT. LTD.

TODAY FOOTWEAR PVT. LTD. is located at Sector 17, HSIIDC,

BAHADURGARH, HARYANA. TODAY is manufacturing shoes for many

brands. And many types of footwear like, SPORTS SHOES, SANDALS,

LADIES FOOTWEAR, SCHOOL SHOES, ETC.

TODAY WORKING FOR BRANDS:

TODAY:

This is their own brand; they make their own designs for today and their main

designer works on it.

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 TOUCH (LAKHANI):

Lakhani Footwear is an Indian company that specializes in the production and

distribution of footwear. The company was founded in 1986 and is

headquartered in Faridabad, Haryana, India.

Lakhani Footwear produces a wide range of footwear for men, women, and

children. Their product range includes sports shoes, sandals, slippers, canvas

shoes, school shoes, and more. The company uses advanced manufacturing

processes and high-quality materials to produce comfortable and durable

footwear.

In addition to its domestic market, Lakhani Footwear exports its products to

over 25 countries around the world. The company has a strong distribution

network and has established a significant presence in the Indian footwear

market.

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 Lakhani Footwear is committed to social responsibility and sustainability, and

the company has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental

impact and improve the lives of its employees and the community.

XLERATE (RELAINCE)

Reliance Footprint is a subsidiary of Reliance Retail, which is a part of the

Reliance Industries Limited group. Reliance Footprint is a leading footwear

retail chain in India that offers a wide range of footwear for men, women, and

children.

Reliance Footprint has more than 350 stores across India and offers a diverse

range of footwear from various brands, including its own private label. The

store's offerings include formal and casual shoes, sports shoes, sandals, slippers,

and flip-flops.

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Reliance Footprint focuses on providing a personalized shopping experience for

its customers, with knowledgeable staff and a range of sizes and styles to choose

from. The company also offers various discounts and promotions throughout the

year, making it a popular destination for shoe shopping in India.

PERFORMAX (RELAINCE)

Reliance Performax is a brand of footwear owned by Reliance Retail Ltd, which

is a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Ltd, one of the largest conglomerates in

India. Performax footwear is designed for comfort, durability, and performance,

making it suitable for sports and other physical activities.

The Performax range includes shoes for running, training, walking, hiking, and

other outdoor activities. They are made with high-quality materials and

advanced technologies to provide superior support, cushioning, and traction.

Some of the features of Performax footwear include breathable mesh uppers,

cushioned insoles, shock-absorbing midsoles, and durable outsoles with good

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 grip. They are available in a range of sizes and colours to suit different

preferences. Overall, Performax is a popular brand of sports footwear in India,

offering good value for money and reliable performance.

VKC (WALKAROO)

VKC Footwear is a popular footwear brand based in India. The company was

established in 1984 and is headquartered in Kozhikode, Kerala. VKC Footwear

offers a wide range of footwear products for men, women, and children,

including sandals, slippers, flip flops, shoes, and boots. The brand is known for

its high-quality products, affordable pricing, and a strong retail network. VKC

Footwear has over 2,000 retail outlets across India and exports its products to

several other countries. In addition to footwear, the company also produces

rubber and plastic products for various industries.

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 VISION

As a footwear company, your vision could be to create shoes that are not only

stylish and comfortable but also environmentally sustainable and socially

responsible. Your company could strive to become a leader in the industry by

creating innovative designs that prioritize the health and well-being of your

customers, while also promoting positive change in the world.

Here are some specific ways you could manifest your vision:

Sustainability: Your company could commit to reducing your environmental

impact by using sustainable materials, minimizing waste, and implementing

eco-friendly production methods. You could also explore new ways to recycle

and repurpose old shoes to minimize waste.

Social responsibility: Your company could focus on improving the lives of those

in the communities where your shoes are produced. You could implement fair

labour practices, donate a portion of your profits to charitable causes, and

engage in other socially responsible initiatives.

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Innovation: Your company could strive to create shoes that are not only stylish

but also innovative in their design and functionality. You could explore new

materials, incorporate technology into your shoes, and experiment with

unconventional styles that set your brand apart.

Customer focus: Your company could prioritize the needs and desires of your

customers, using customer feedback to inform your product design and

development. You could also provide excellent customer service, ensuring that

every customer feels valued and heard.

By incorporating these values into your business, you could create a footwear

company that not only succeeds in the marketplace but also makes a positive

impact on the world.

MISION

The mission of a footwear company can vary depending on its specific goals

and values, but generally, it is to design, manufacture and sell high-quality

footwear products that meet the needs and preferences of its target customers.

The mission statement of a footwear company may include the following

elements:

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 Providing high-quality products: The company may strive to use premium

materials and innovative manufacturing techniques to create footwear that is

durable, comfortable and stylish.

Meeting customer needs: The company may aim to understand the preferences,

lifestyles and requirements of its target customers, and create footwear that

meets their needs and expectations.

Maintaining ethical standards: The company may prioritize ethical and

sustainable practices in its manufacturing and supply chain, to minimize its

impact on the environment and ensure fair treatment of workers.

Building a strong brand: The company may aim to establish a strong brand

identity and reputation, through effective marketing and branding strategies that

differentiate it from competitors.

Driving profitability: The company may aim to achieve sustainable profitability

through efficient operations, effective cost management, and strategic

partnerships and collaborations.

Overall, the mission of a footwear company is to deliver value to its customers

and stakeholders, while also fulfilling its own goals and aspirations as a

business.

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 Verification and Validation

Verification and validation are essential components of the product development

process. These two processes help ensure that products and systems are

developed according to the required specifications, meet customer requirements,

and are reliable and safe for use. An optimized process of verification and

validation can offer several benefits to the product development process,

including improved quality, reduced costs, increased efficiency, better

collaboration, and improved customer satisfaction.

Verification is the process of ensuring that the software is built correctly and

meets its specification. This involves checking that the software meets its

functional and non-functional requirements, as well as making sure that it is free

of bugs and errors. Verification activities can include code reviews, testing, and

analysis of the software design.

Validation, on the other hand, is the process of ensuring that the software meets

the needs of its stakeholders and is fit for its intended use. This involves testing

the software in a realistic environment to ensure that it behaves as expected and

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 meets the needs of its users. Validation activities can include user acceptance

testing, system integration testing, and performance testing.

Verification and validation are essential components of the design process in any

industry, including footwear design. These processes are used to ensure that the

design meets all the necessary requirements, is free of errors and flaws, and is

safe and effective for its intended use. In the footwear design process,

verification and validation typically involve the following steps:

Verification: This is the process of checking that the design meets all the

necessary specifications and requirements. It involves reviewing the design

documentation, drawings, and specifications to ensure that they are accurate and

complete. This step is important to identify any discrepancies or errors in the

design before it moves to the next stage.

Validation: This step involves testing the design to ensure that it meets the

intended performance and safety requirements. In the footwear design process,

validation typically involves testing the shoe prototype to ensure that it is

comfortable, fits well, provides adequate support and cushioning, and can

withstand the stresses and strains of normal use.

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 Iteration: The design process typically involves multiple iterations of

verification and validation to ensure that the design is optimized for its intended

use. Feedback from testing is used to make improvements to the design and to

ensure that it meets the necessary requirements.

Quality control: Once the design is finalized, quality control processes are used

to ensure that the final product meets all the necessary requirements and is free

from defects. This step is critical to ensuring that the footwear is safe and

effective for its intended use.

Verification and validation are critical steps in the footwear design process to

ensure that the final product meets all the necessary requirements and is safe and

effective for its intended use. By following these processes, designers can create

high-quality footwear that meets the needs of their customers while minimizing

the risk of errors and defects.

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 Benefits of verification

Optimizing the process of verification and validation in footwear designing can

bring several benefits, including:

• Improved Product Quality: Verification and validation help ensure that

the footwear product meets the desired specifications and standards.

Optimizing this process can help identify any design flaws or

manufacturing defects before the product reaches the market, leading to a

better-quality product.

• Reduced Costs: By identifying design flaws or manufacturing defects

early in the process, optimization of the verification and validation

process can help reduce costs associated with rework or recalls. This can

also help minimize waste and improve overall efficiency.

• Faster Time to Market: An optimized verification and validation process

can help streamline the footwear design process, enabling faster

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 development and launch of new products. This can help companies stay

competitive in the market and meet consumer demands.

• Enhanced Customer Satisfaction: Verification and validation can ensure

that the footwear product meets customer needs and expectations. By

optimizing this process, companies can deliver products that are reliable,

functional, and comfortable, leading to increased customer satisfaction.

• Compliance with Standards and Regulations: The footwear industry is

subject to various standards and regulations related to product safety,

environmental impact, and ethical manufacturing practices. Optimizing

the verification and validation process can help ensure compliance with

these standards, reducing the risk of legal and reputational issues.

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 VALIDATION

Validation is the process of confirming that a design meets certain requirements

or specifications. When it comes to footwear design, validation is an important

step in ensuring that the final product meets the needs of consumers and

performs as intended. Here are some ways in which validation is used in

footwear design:

• Fit and comfort validation: One of the most important aspects of footwear

design is ensuring that the shoes fit properly and are comfortable for the

wearer. Validation can be used to confirm that the shoes fit a range of foot

sizes and shapes, and that they provide adequate support and cushioning

for the intended use.

• Durability validation: Footwear is subjected to a lot of wear and tear, so it

is important to ensure that it is durable enough to withstand daily use.

Validation can be used to confirm that the shoes are able to withstand a

certain amount of wear and tear without falling apart or losing their shape.

• Performance validation: Footwear is often designed for specific activities,

such as running, hiking, or basketball. Validation can be used to confirm

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 that the shoes perform as intended for the specific activity, providing the

necessary traction, stability, and flexibility.

• Material validation: The materials used in footwear can impact the

performance, durability, and comfort of the shoes. Validation can be used

to confirm that the materials used are of high quality and meet the

necessary standards for the intended use.

• Aesthetic validation: The design and appearance of footwear can impact

the consumer's decision to purchase the shoes. Validation can be used to

confirm that the design meets the desired aesthetic, and that it is appealing

to the target consumer.

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 BENEFITS OF VALIDATION

Validation is an essential process in product development that involves testing a

product to ensure it meets the intended specifications, requirements, and

performance criteria. The benefits of validation for any product include:

Ensuring product quality: Validation helps identify and correct potential

design and production issues that could affect product quality, ensuring that the

final product meets the desired standards.

Improving safety: Products that have undergone thorough validation are more

likely to be safe for use, reducing the risk of injury or harm to consumers.

Compliance with regulations: Products must comply with safety, health, and

environmental regulations. Validation helps ensure that products meet these

requirements and avoid potential legal issues.

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 Reducing costs: By identifying and correcting potential issues early in the

production process, validation can reduce costs associated with product recalls,

returns, and litigation.

Increasing customer satisfaction: Products that have undergone thorough

validation are more likely to meet customer expectations for quality,

performance, and reliability, leading to higher customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Enhancing brand reputation: By ensuring that products are safe, high-quality,

and compliant with regulations, validation can help build a positive brand

reputation, leading to increased customer loyalty and market share.

Overall, validation is a critical process that can help companies produce high-

quality, safe, and compliant products that meet customer needs and expectations.

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 SPECIFICATION SHEET

A specification sheet, also known as a spec sheet, is a document used in

footwear design to communicate important information about a shoe design to

the manufacturer. The following are some of the elements that should be

included in a footwear spec sheet:

Shoe design: A description of the shoe design, including sketches or drawings

of the front, back, and side views of the shoe.

Materials: A list of materials needed to make the shoe, including the upper,

lining, insole, midsole, outsole, and any additional materials.

Colours: A description of the colours to be used in the shoe design, including

the colour of the upper, lining, and outsole.

Sizes: A list of sizes that the shoe will be available in, including measurements

for length and width.

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 Construction details: Detailed instructions on how the shoe should be

constructed, including the type of stitching and any special construction

techniques.

Embellishments: Any additional features or embellishments that will be added

to the shoe, such as buckles, straps, or decorative stitching.

Packaging: Information on how the shoe should be packaged, including the

type of box and any labelling or branding required.

Quality standards: A list of quality standards that the shoe must meet,

including testing requirements and acceptable tolerances for defects.

Timeline: A timeline to produce the shoe, including delivery dates for materials

and finished products.

Cost: An estimated cost breakdown for producing the shoe, including the cost of

materials, labour, and any additional expenses.

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 A specification sheet in footwear design is a document that outlines all the

necessary details and requirements for creating a particular footwear design. It

serves as a communication tool between the designer and manufacturer,

ensuring that the final product meets the desired specifications.

BENEFITS OF SPEC SHEET:

A specification sheet, also known as a spec sheet, is a document that provides

detailed information about a product's design and manufacturing specifications.

In the footwear industry, a spec sheet is a critical tool for product development

and production. Here are some benefits of making a spec sheet for footwear:

• Clear communication: A spec sheet provides a clear and concise

description of a footwear product's design and manufacturing

specifications, which helps ensure that all stakeholders, including

designers, manufacturers, and suppliers, are on the same page.

• Cost-effective production: A detailed spec sheet helps manufacturers

produce footwear products more efficiently, reducing production costs by

eliminating guesswork and unnecessary steps.

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 • Improved quality control: A spec sheet serves as a reference point for

quality control during the manufacturing process, ensuring that the

finished product meets the desired standards and specifications.

• Faster time-to-market: A spec sheet helps streamline the product

development and manufacturing process, allowing companies to bring

footwear products to market faster and more efficiently.

• Easy modifications: A spec sheet can be easily modified to accommodate

changes in design, materials, or manufacturing methods, making it a

flexible tool for product development and production.

• Reduced errors and mistakes: A detailed spec sheet help reduce errors and

mistakes during the manufacturing process by providing clear instructions

and specifications.

Overall, a spec sheet is a valuable tool for footwear companies that can help

improve communication, reduce costs, increase quality control, and streamline

the product development and manufacturing process.

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 Conclusion:

In conclusion, verification and validation are essential processes in product

development that ensure the final product meets the desired specifications,
requirements, and performance criteria. Verification involves checking that the
design and production processes are in line with specifications and
requirements, while validation involves testing the finished product to ensure it
meets the intended performance and safety criteria.

The benefits of verification and validation are numerous and include improved
product quality, compliance with regulations, reduced costs, increased customer
satisfaction, and enhanced brand reputation. These processes are critical for
companies that want to produce high-quality, safe, and compliant products that
meet customer needs and expectations.

Verification and validation should be integrated into the product development

and manufacturing process from the beginning to ensure that potential issues are
identified and corrected early on. Companies should also maintain
documentation and records of these processes to ensure compliance with
regulations and standards.

Overall, verification and validation are critical steps in product development that
help ensure that products are safe, high-quality, and meet customer needs and
expectations.

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 LEARNING AND OUTCOME

Verification and validation are critical processes in any project, including a

footwear project. Verification is the process of evaluating a product or system to

determine whether it meets specified requirements or not. Validation, on the

other hand, is the process of evaluating a product or system to determine

whether it meets the customer's needs and expectations.

In a footwear project, verification involves testing the product to ensure that it

meets the specified design requirements. This process may involve testing the

materials used, the design and construction of the shoe, and the overall quality

of the finished product. Verification ensures that the shoe is built to the correct

specifications and will perform as intended.

Validation in a footwear project involves testing the shoe to ensure that it meets

the customer's needs and expectations. This may involve evaluating the comfort,

fit, and performance of the shoe in different environments and under different

conditions. Validation ensures that the shoe meets the needs of the intended

customer and will perform as expected in real-world situations.

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 The outcome of verification and validation in a footwear project is a high-

quality, reliable product that meets the design specifications and the customer's

needs and expectations. By thoroughly testing the product through these

processes, any potential issues can be identified and corrected before the shoe is

released to the market. This helps to minimize the risk of customer complaints

and returns, which can negatively impact the reputation and profitability of the

brand.

In summary, verification and validation are crucial processes in a footwear

project. By ensuring that the shoe meets the specified design requirements and

the customer's needs and expectations, these processes help to deliver a high-

quality product that performs as intended and meets the brand's standards for

excellence.

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 References and bibliography

https://www.todayfootwear.com/investor-relations-industry#irg

https://www.lakhanishoes.com/

www.google.com

www.chatgpt.com

https://reliancefootwear.com/performax-xlearate-industry#irg

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