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 An incredible 24.3 billion pairs of shoes were produced in 2019, with nearly 90% manufactured in Asia. But while footwear is a necessary fashion feature of every wardrobe, styles and quantities vary: in 2019, North Americans bought 5.6 pairs of shoes on average, those in Europe and Oceania purchased 4.4 pairs, and people in Asia… Continue reading Every Step Counts: Four Key Challenges Facing Footwear Today

In June, The Wall Street Journal reported that China might keep its pandemic border restrictions for at least another year amid fears over the emergence of new Covid-19 variants, and sensitive events such as the 2022 Winter Olympics and the once-a-decade power transition within the Chinese Communist Party. 

Certain textile materials, leather, and finished goods are at high risk of developing mold – especially in the current market. The COVID-19 pandemic and a six-day blockage of the Suez Canal in March have led to a global shortage of shipping containers, severely inflating shipping and container prices and increasing delay times. With container-loads of… Continue reading Breaking the Mold: Preventing Mold in Textiles

Buying offices are a crucial part of ensuring the best quantity, quality, and price for finished products and their manufacturing materials. However, most buying departments assess quality at the final stage of production, when the product is almost ready to exit the factory, with limited benefits.

It is well understood that working with good, reliable suppliers prevents production disruptions that can cause quality issues, extended time to market, and financial losses. However, there are additional benefits to working with the right suppliers, including supplier self-inspections. But what are the advantages of this process, and how can you ensure the inspections are… Continue reading How to Help Ensure Reliable Supplier Self-Inspections