Bargain-hunting has always been big in Taiwan. One of the best accolades a consumer can give a business is that its goods are "cheap and bulky." However, it is a mistake to put too much focus on cost cutting and doing as much as possible with as little as possible.
The ingenuity and professionalism that makes Taiwan one of the most convenient places to live in the world is valuable. Local businesses should be confident enough to reflect that in their business strategies.