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Adhering to set standards, practices, industry rules and government regulation is crucial, no matter which industry you work in. However, in the apparel industry, conforming to recognized standards of production is one of the most important steps in order to produce high-quality products while achieving production goals and maximizing profits.

Apparel quality is paramount for brands. It only takes one ‘bad batch’ to cause irreversible damage to your reputation. If this is the kind of scenario which keeps you up at night, explore these four potential causes of poor quality and our suggestions as to how you can mitigate or avoid them altogether.

Conventional cotton has thousands of uses. It can be found in clothes, most household items, padding for mattresses and even in plastic! But, despite its many uses, cotton is the culprit of brutal, destructive effects on our environment. Join us as we take a look at the consequences of cotton production on our planet and… Seguir leyendo Future of Sustainable Fashion: 6 Fabrics to Look Out For

According to the McKinsey Global Fashion Index, the global apparel market is estimated to be worth $2.7 trillion and is expected to grow to $285 billion in the USA, $440 billion in the EU and a staggering $540 billion in China.

In the fashion industry, implementing efficient apparel quality management systems in your supply chain leads to high-quality products, lower costs and increased ROI. This formula sounds pretty easy, right? The problem is that many retail quality managers are under the impression that to improve their product’s quality, they need to increase their costs.

Managing apparel supplier relationships can be complicated and sometimes, overly formal. Both parties want what’s best for their business and want to maximize their time, money and resources which can put pressure on the relationship if it isn’t managed carefully. 

Fast fashion has taken the world by storm. Consumers are thrilled to be able to pay next to nothing for a trendy item that they’ll probably only wear once or twice. But, do you have any idea who is making your garments? Read on as we explore the textile industry in India, and take a… Seguir leyendo Textile Industry in India: Who is making your garments?

The fashion industry, devoted to the business of making and selling clothes, is a multi billion dollar global enterprise and is one of the largest and most value-creating industries in the world. The global apparel market is valued at 842.7 billion dollars in 2016, up 5.5% from 2015 and constitutes 2 percent of the world’s… Seguir leyendo [VIDEO] Understanding the Cost of Quality in the Apparel Industry

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… Seguir leyendo 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.