ivalua

MARCH 11, 2015

In a recent Sourcing Journal Online article, Sourcing is Hard , Mike Todaro, managing director of the Americas Apparel Producers’ Network, quotes Barbara Zeins, an industry expert that published a short list of “9 Big FAT Garment Lies,” which we might as well call “Global Sourcing Lies,” more generally.

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Logility

JANUARY 5, 2012

We work with a lot of branded and private label apparel manufacturers and brand owners, and it’s clear there is a misperception about supply chain complexity in these industries. Ed has a wealth of apparel experience in organizations such as Hanes Her Way, Columbia Sportswear, Polo Ralph Lauren, and many others.

Apparel 100

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Logility

JANUARY 5, 2012

We work with a lot of branded and private label apparel manufacturers and brand owners, and it’s clear there is a misperception about supply chain complexity in these industries. Ed has a wealth of apparel experience in organizations such as Hanes Her Way, Columbia Sportswear, Polo Ralph Lauren, and many others.

Apparel 100

Apparel Modeling Video Optimal Sourcing 100

Logility

JANUARY 5, 2012

We work with a lot of branded and private label apparel manufacturers and brand owners, and it’s clear there is a misperception about supply chain complexity in these industries. Ed has a wealth of apparel experience in organizations such as Hanes Her Way, Columbia Sportswear, Polo Ralph Lauren, and many others.

Apparel 100

Apparel Modeling Video Optimal Sourcing 100

Pivot88

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

According to McKinsey’s 2019 chief purchasing officer (CPO) survey, sustainable sourcing at scale is the fashion industry’s new must-have. The survey shows that social and environmental sustainability has become a key priority for apparel companies, just as it is becoming an increasingly important issue for consumers and governments.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 6, 2022

Furthermore, Target stated “ Apparel, Home and Hardlines, we saw a rapid slowdown in the year-over-year sales trends beginning in March, when we began to annualize the impact of last year’s stimulus payments. Conclusion: Whiplash not Bullwhip Effect.

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Pivot88

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

According to McKinsey’s 2019 chief purchasing officer (CPO) survey , sustainable sourcing at scale is the fashion industry’s new must-have. Where do they source their products? Tracking all stakeholders and their actions manually is a time-consuming and inefficient process.

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NC State SCRC

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Changing the way people buy apparel Matthew Wallace has worked in a number of apparel management roles over his career, including as a Senior Director of Sourcing for Merchandising at Walmart, a senior VP at apparel manufacturer PVH (which owns Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein), and currently the CEO of Project DXM (Digital Xpress Model).

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

T he apparel industry, for instance, is bracing for a prolonged period of low activity. There is a strategic incentive in understanding the optimal sourcing location for specific customers, and the optimal sourcing location for different resources. Study 3: Identify Optimal Sourcing Locations .

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NC State SCRC

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Rejaul is from Bangladesh, and is working on his PhD in the College of Textiles at NC State University, and is passionate on the subject of sustainable apparel from his home country. What are the major facts inhibiting the Bangladesh apparel industry in being safe and sustainable? retailers, U.S. During the Conference, Prof.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 16, 2022

BOSTON – August 17, 2022 — ToolsGroup , a global leader in AI-driven retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, has been selected by Entertainment Retail Enterprises (ERE) , a leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of customized retail products including apparel, accessories, and home goods.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 20, 2022

Bailey has worked most of his career at VF – as an industrial engineer in facilities, in strategic sourcing, running offshore operations, and now as the person in charge of the company’s entire supply chain. VF Corporation (VFC) is a global apparel, footwear and accessories company headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

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Logility

JANUARY 5, 2021

In addition, COVID revealed the need for increased downstream fortification as sources — from growers to spinners to mills — became less reliable. In the US, 24% of all imports of cotton textile and apparel come from China. Chinese cotton is extremely important to the fashion industry.

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Logility

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

powers the digital supply chain to enable apparel brand owners and retailers to maximize revenue and profit by accelerating lead times, streamlining product development, and optimizing sourcing and distribution. New Generation Computing, Inc.

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Logility

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Over the years, the fashion industry has championed a movement toward sustainable apparel, environmentally friendly production practices, and the elimination of forced labor. But a new layer of complexity now presents another existential topic: the chain of custody. But it’s not that simple for the fashion industry.

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ToolsGroup

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Key findings include: Across sectors such as specialty apparel, mass merchants, department stores, home décor, electronics, and home improvement, the percentage of consumers decreasing trust in retailers to be in stock ranges from 28-36%. The survey report: How Retailers Win Customer Loyalty in an Omnichannel World tracks the change in U.S.

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NC State SCRC

JUNE 30, 2023

Sponsored by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC), Planet Textiles brought together industry stakeholders to discuss the state of sustainability efforts in apparel supply chains. On June 13-14 th , 2023 I attended the Planet Textiles meeting, hosted as a partner event at this year’s ITMA Expo in Milan.

Sustainability 52

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Kinaxis

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

While it’s too early to deem the business model for traditional fashion retailers obsolete, “on-demand” fashion has forged ahead by sourcing goods that are cheaper and faster to gather and have been quicker to leverage technology into their shopping experience, helping consumers find the best deals through online stores. Improved flexibility.

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Logility

JUNE 8, 2022

continues to grow its market share in the apparel industry with the addition of Next Level Apparel® and stichd to its customer community. Logility, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of American Software, Inc.,

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Gravity Supply Chain

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Sourcing: Mitigate risk during periods of supply chain disruption, such as those caused by the Coronavirus outbreak, by using digital technology. . The post Sourcing – What You Need To Know About Coronavirus Supply Chain Disruption appeared first on Gravity Supply Chain.

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Logility

OCTOBER 15, 2021

In short, we believe a genuine commitment to sustainable practices is no longer optional. Yet despite growing consumer demand for more sustainable choices and an increasingly aggressive regulatory climate, few companies can accurately measure the environmental and social impact of their supply chains.

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Supply Chain Digest

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Apparel Brands moving Away from China and Asia Sourcing Inflation and Meatflation Soaring. Maersk Line Acquires US Fulfillment 3PL. Where is the Infrastructure Bill Money Going.

Apparel 81

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Logility

AUGUST 4, 2022

Burt Flickinger, managing director for Strategic Resource Group, told CBS News he’d seen the biggest discounts across “consumer electronics, sporting goods, apparel, clothes, and accessories.”. Nonetheless, there are deep discounts in stores across the U.S. Big Box Blues.

Price Reduction 130

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 6, 2022

Sports apparel and athletic shoes producer Nike recently reported flat fiscal fourth quarter sales amid continued supply chain snarls. The sports apparel maker’s sales and supply chain activities were especially impacted by severe Covid-19 restrictions and lockdowns that impacted major cities in China earlier in the year.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 6, 2022

SanMar is the largest wholesaler of apparel into the corporate identity, promotional product, and ad specialty space in the United States. This meant the company did not handle the product development or sourcing. With the launch of its private label brand, SanMar began product development, sourcing, and working with global factories.

Sustainability 173

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Kinaxis

APRIL 26, 2017

Failure to innovate in the retail supply chain arena is already having negative financial repercussions for brick and mortar stores, especially when it comes to apparel. Amazon makes up about 7% of the US apparel market, and according to reports , that figure could increase to 19% by 2020.

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

T he apparel industry, for instance, is bracing for a prolonged period of low activity. There is a strategic incentive in understanding the optimal sourcing location for specific customers, and the optimal sourcing location for different resources. Study 3: Identify Optimal Sourcing Locations .

Supply Chain Disruption 156

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Order Management (OMS) solution provides powerful capabilities to businesses: Inventory Services – Track inventory in real-time across the network Commits Services – Optimize the right fulfillment channels based on customer preferences and cost to serve Order Services – Create a unified view of orders across multiple channels and sources Order (..)

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Logility

MARCH 22, 2022

LogDutch apparel licensing company to leverage the Logility ®Digital Supply Chain Platform to improve product availability and enhance employee experience. Logility not only had the technology we needed, but the apparel industry expertise and forward-looking vision we were looking for in a partner.”.

Supply Chain Planning Software 130

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SupplyShift

JULY 23, 2021

Aim-Progress : This forum of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) manufacturers and suppliers promotes responsible sourcing practices and sustainable supply chains. They have eight key coalitions, including the Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative , a leading industry source for defining social sustainability criteria. SAI Platform.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 10, 2016

For large apparel and retail companies, the treatment of labor in sweat shops in third world countries presents a critical set of issues. This article discusses new crowd sourcing apps that could allow brand owners a tool to better protect their reputation.

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SupplyShift

JULY 23, 2021

Procurement and Supply Chain Aim-Prog r ess : This forum of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) manufacturers and suppliers promotes responsible sourcing practices and sustainable supply chains. Our Sugar Mapping Tool helps companies to map and assess all sources of sugar, including non-certified supply chains, at every tier down to the mill.

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Logility

DECEMBER 2, 2021

As a practical matter, this put pressure on the entire F&B supply chain to increase transparency of sources and production methods. The early focus was on apparel, but expect these types of regulations to spill into F&B and other industries. Transactions are validated at every tier using POs, invoices and packing lists.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 11, 2024

The company’s legacy has been one of extraordinary sales and inventory turnover accomplished through a proven capability of fast, in-season design and merchandise availability, coupled with proximity supplier sourcing. The global retailer is able to design, produce and ship products to fashion focused customers in a matter of days.

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ChainPoint

DECEMBER 8, 2022

we met many in textile and apparel to discuss challenges of this industry. So are the available tools for textile supply chain mapping and management. At the Textile Exchange Conference in Colorado Spring, Colorado U.S., Let me walk you through some of the challenges and their solutions.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 29, 2022

and China trade war had resulted in added tariffs being applied to footwear causing designers to consider sourcing within other countries, especially Vietnam. While a robust supply network presence for footwear or apparel goods across the U.S. The CNBC report notes that it still takes an additional six weeks to move goods to the U.S.

Manufacturing Procurement 52

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Pivot88

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Each quarter, our parent company TradeBeyond publishes its comprehensive Retail Sourcing Report , which is filled with timely research, facts, and analysis to help brands and retailers make the most informed sourcing decisions.

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