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Dans l'industrie de la mode, la mise en œuvre de systèmes efficaces de gestion de la qualité des vêtements dans votre chaîne d'approvisionnement permet d'obtenir des produits de haute qualité, de réduire les coûts et d'augmenter le retour sur investissement. Cette formule semble assez simple, n'est-ce pas ? Le problème, c'est que de nombreux responsables de la qualité dans le commerce de détail ont l'impression que pour améliorer la qualité de leurs produits, ils doivent augmenter leurs coûts.

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… Poursuivre la lecture 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… Poursuivre la lecture [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… Poursuivre la lecture 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… Poursuivre la lecture 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.

It’s no secret that there are no quick-wins for starting a business. Unfortunately, the majority of small businesses fail within the first few years of its lifespan, specifically apparel brands. This can be attributed to fashion industry’s many challenges, and fragmented and competitive nature, making the success rate fairly low. According to Statistic Brain, the… Poursuivre la lecture 7 Reasons Why Apparel Brands Fail to Succeed