Some people believe that companies should manufacturing products that last for a long time. Others feel that the emphasis should be place on producing goods that are cheap. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

The argument of cost vs

quality

has been going on for decades. Ever since mass production has been a thing different

companies

have focused on one or the other. While arguments can be made for both sides, in my opinion, we should allow the free market to decide as some industries require cheap products, while others have a strong need for

quality

. Of course, the best

companies

are those who focus on

quality

while delivering competitive prices. The importance of

quality

cannot be understated. A

quality

product can

last

much longer and

thus

won't need replacing as often.

This

provides a reward for the consumer and

also

the environment as it decreases waste and uses less scarce resources. A very good example of

this

is cars, a

quality

car

such

as a BMW is much more likely to survive 15 years or more compared to cheap brands, that don't focus on

quality

.

On the other hand

producing goods that are cheap means a lower financial burden on consumers, a huge benefit for low-income households.

This

becomes infinitely more important during financial turmoil because these households are the ones who are hurt most and

thus

cannot afford to overspend. Examples of

this

are everyday items

such

as clothing, toiletries etc.

Companies

can cut costs without decreasing

quality

, examples of

this

include automation of production lines, economies of scale and better logistics. In conclusion, while both arguments have valid points,

companies

should focus on both

quality

and cost reduction to create an excellent product for consumers.