Özet:
This study investigates the nature and degree of competitiveness in Turkish Textile Industry. An industrial survey has been conducted among twelve firms employing a questionnaire due to Oral. Based on the results of the survey, a mathematical model developed by Oral has been implemented to evaluate the level of competitiveness in the Industry. The model investigates the qualitative and quantitative variables which influence level of competitiveness, groups them, defines these groups as factors, studies the interaction of the factors and formulates level of competitiveness as a function of the relevant factors. Level of competitiveness is then computed under different scenarios and influence df basic factors on level of competitiveness is investigated through a parametric analysis. Consequently, goals for long term planning, which may be of help to improve level of competitiveness on sectorial basis have been defined.
