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In the fashion industry, AQL is one of the most frequently used terms, specifically in the apparel export industry. It is referred to as the ‘Acceptable Quality Level’ and is defined as the percentage of defective pieces which are tolerated/accepted by the buyer from the manufacturer. In other words, it’s the quality level that is… Continue reading Textile Quality Management: Is AQL Your Only Option?

With the rise of the ethical and conscious consumer over the past decade, ethical sourcing has never been more important. Brands know that their commercial success is directly dependent on maintaining a suitable level of quality and their ability to address customer’s concerns regarding human rights issues and environmental requirements.

Selecting the right apparel supplier for your brand is one of the most important steps in ensuring a successful and healthy supply chain. When choosing your supplier, it’s important to ensure that they meet your exact requirements and aren’t just your vendors, but will be your partners in production. Read on to see what our… Continue reading 5 Indispensable Tips For Selecting The Right Apparel Supplier

Supply chains in retail have become increasingly complex and can be difficult to manage. Retailers are no longer managing their manufacturing processes alone, but rather, extend their supply networks around the world to work towards mutually beneficial long term supplier relationships, while maximizing their time, money and resources.

Your brand could be collaborating with the best manufacturer in the market, but if your raw materials or trim supplies are substandard, you won’t be exempt from experiencing major quality issues during the final stages of production.

For those of us in the textile and apparel industry, sourcing sustainable fabrics poses some unique challenges. While it is certainly desirable for apparel brands to promote sustainability in the supply chain, how can it be assured, and what risks do we face?

The retail industry is evolving like never before. Thanks to advancements in digital technology and innovations in delivery and data, retailers can predict and understand what their customers want, successfully meeting their demands.

The textile and fashion industry is experiencing a radical transformation. The global demographic growth, digitalisation, scarcity of resources, and accelerating climate change challenge the current business models to become more innovative and sustainable in order to remain profitable.

While many news stories on the environment in China focus on smog and air pollution, less attention has been paid to the problems of water supplies and damage to water tables. In recent years, the problem has become so severe that according to the Institute of Public and Environmental Affairs, only 35% of the researched sites across China… Continue reading China Environmental Policy and the Textile Industry in 2018

In the age of instant information via the internet, trends, news and information move at an accelerated rate. Moreover, as access to information grows, so has the awareness of the world around us and the impact of industry on human lives and the environment. Due to this increased digital transparency – the global trend for consumers to… Continue reading A Measured Path – The Higg Index and Sustainability