The Chocolate Factory - 8.0

Bid. Build. Distribute. Dominate: Get ready to enter the world where strategy meets sweetness! Optumiz – The Supply Chain Club of NMIMS Mumbai presents The Chocolate Factory, an immersive simulation challenge where business acumen, analytical thinking, and smart bidding decide your fate. Teams become visionary chocolatiers competing to create their own chocolate brand, set up factories, and scale a winning supply chain — but here’s the twist: every resource, from celebrity endorsements to land parcels and distribution networks, is up for grabs through live auctions and strategic bidding wars. Your decisions on where to produce, how to forecast demand, and when to bid will shape your success. Only those who can balance bold strategy with supply chain precision will emerge as the Ultimate Chocolate Tycoon! Event Highlights: Design your signature chocolate flavor and brand identity. Set up your factory network by bidding for the best locations. Forecast demand and plan production efficiently. Participate in live auctions for celebrities, land, and logistics assets. Distribute smartly to maximize profits and dominate the market. Why Participate: Experience real-world business trade-offs through dynamic bidding and supply chain decisions. Showcase your strategic, analytical, and negotiation skills in a competitive environment. Win prizes, recognition, and eternal bragging rights as the Chocolate Market Champion! Event Details: Team Size: 2–3 members Mode: Hybrid (Online + On-Campus Finale) Hosted By: Optumiz – The Supply Chain Club of NMIMS Mumbai Prize: ₹1,30,000 Cash Prize up for grabs — because smart strategy pays off!