The apparel industry is going through a tectonic shift, with channels proliferating, new markets blossoming, e-commerce booming and customers demanding personalized products instantaneously. That said, every facet of clothing and manufacturing is under scrutiny: from the fabric to the colors, the fit to the style – everything that eventually affects customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. […]
Did you know? Did you know, the term, ‘supply chain management’ was first introduced in the 1980s? It’s safe to say that technology is still evolving every day and there is immense scope for improvement in every step of the supply chain. As consumer preferences change, apparel manufacturers must also take a step back and […]
The apparel industry is going through so much change. Consumer, channel, and supply chain shifts and increased economic volatility are the drivers. With the power balance subtly shifting from the seller to the buyer, consumers are dictating what they want. Manufacturers must provide them with products that meet their needs. While this shift in balance […]
Whether you are launching your first brand or have been in the industry for decades, using a product lifecycle management (PLM) software is no longer optional for your supply chain. In order to keep up with the competition in the heavily saturated fashion industry, PLM software is necessary for every brand. Below are 5 benefits […]
There is no denying that Blockchain has been slowly finding its way into the business of fashion for a while now. As a technology that is set to revolutionize the fashion industry, it was recently announced that online luxury marketplace and platform Reebonz, founded in 2009, has partnered up with VeChain, a leading global enterprise-level […]
If there’s one thing that’s not a secret in the fashion world, it’s that fashion moves fast. Another non-secret: the industry is currently in the throes of a major disruption. This disruption is of a magnitude that’s never been witnessed before. It’s a disruption that impacts all the makers of fashion. From the designers […]
Last week we had the pleasure of hosting our first ever webinar! “Launch the Brand of your Dreams in 2019” helped potential clients realize what it takes to make their brand come to life this year. Below is a quick recap of the information we equipped start-up entrepreneurs with to help them get started. […]
Fashion has drastically changed. As industry insiders, we’re all keenly aware of the effect that the rise of apparel retailers like Zara have had on the fashion marketplace. They’re able to get fresh-off-the-runway fashion into their stores in just weeks with incredible speed to market. They’ve become masters of the “see-now-buy-now” sales model. The fast […]
With Fashion Revolution Week approaching, I reflect back on an amazing panel from last year: “How can fashion change the world?” Panelists included: Leonardo Bonanni, Tara St. James, Abrima Erwiah, Tabitha St. Bernard, and Stephanie Benedetto who spoke at Parsons in NYC. Visiting from Los Angeles where the conversation trend leaned toward healthier fashion options, when […]
Many companies are often fearful of partnering and trusting their brand with a young, expanding manufacturer. While it is understandable that there would be some hesitation to partner with a startup, the truth is that working with a rapidly growing manufacturer is the best choice that you could make for your company. Whatever negatives you […]
