first, the argument uses a faulty analogy between the color-film processing industry and the food processing industry. analogies drawn between the two fields are highly suspect because there are many serious differences. while the film processing industry faces a relatively simply processing challenge, food producers must contend with contamination, transportation and farm production (much more serious challenges). thus, it is likely much more difficult to wring efficiency improvements in the food industry.
second, the author uses a sweeping generalization. the author's prediction of margin improvements relies on the optimistic assumption that olympic foods' 25 years of experience will automatically result in operational efficiencies. the problem with this is that improvements in processes do not occur automatically over time, they require tremendous effort at continuous improvement and they require potential room for improvement. it is possible olympic food has limited room for improvement or lacks the managerial will to improve its operations. thus, there is no guarantee of improved operational efficiency over time.
the author's argument has two seriously flawed assumptions. the author could strengthen his conclusion by providing examples of how the company has learned how to improve its operations over 25 years and implemented those changes
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