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Part 1: How to prepare a production plan The production process Elements of production decisions  Who will be your suppliers?  Identify and list your possible sources of supply (national and foreign suppliers).  Select your suppliers considering costs, quality and reliability (availability and security of supply ).  Does your plant have the capacity to produce the extra demand associated with exporting?  Check the sufficiency of your facilities.  Verify the availability of key inputs (personnel, power, transportation, others).  Do you have the necessary equipment?  Make sure you have the key equipment. Export platforms | Module 4: Getting to market | 8