Størrelsebesparelser
Størrelsebesparelser, often translated as economies of scale, is an economic principle that describes the cost advantages that enterprises obtain due to their scale of operation, with cost per unit of output decreasing with increasing scale. This phenomenon arises from several factors. Firstly, as a company grows, it can often negotiate better prices for raw materials and components due to bulk purchasing. Secondly, larger firms can invest in more specialized and efficient machinery and technology, which can significantly reduce the cost of production per unit. Thirdly, fixed costs, such as rent for a factory or administrative salaries, can be spread over a larger output, thus lowering the average cost per unit.
Economies of scale can also be internal to a firm, arising from its own growth, or external,
However, there are limits to economies of scale. Beyond a certain point, a firm may experience diseconomies