October 30, 2024
As the fashion and textile industry targets lower emissions, cotton growers are contributing to these efforts by adopting carbon reduction strategies. The Climate Smart Cotton Program, led by the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol, is providing technical and financial support to farmers to advance climate-friendly practices such as planting cover crops, soil nutrient management and reduced […]
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October 21, 2024
As e-commerce giants like Amazon shorten delivery windows, consumers are increasingly demanding faster fulfillment options. In fact, according to a recent survey by third-party logistics provider Standvast, nearly 94 percent of supply chain executives acknowledge their customers’ desire for products delivered in three days or less, and 47 percent of these executives reported an increase […]
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October 18, 2024
Traditionally, the color standard process has remained largely physical, involving the shipping of chips and swatches around the world. To tackle this challenge while enhancing efficiency and prioritizing sustainability, global software and certification company Natific has partnered with GMG Color, a developer of high-end color management solutions, to launch nSPIRE Color Cards. This innovative subscription […]
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October 17, 2024
In recent years, the fashion industry has faced a wave of new regulations and environmental, social and governance (ESG) legislation. These laws have been particularly prevalent in Europe, where initiatives such as the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) are driving the industry toward greater accountability and […]
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September 25, 2024
As the fashion industry becomes increasingly aware of its environmental impact, brands are actively pursuing sustainable practices to help consumers make informed decisions about their products. With about 74 percent of public companies planning to invest in technology to enhance sustainability efforts over the next year, according to ESG Today, and with global regulations like […]
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September 23, 2024
It seems like just yesterday, the term omnichannel simply meant in store plus online. Today, that landscape also encompasses online marketplaces, shop-in-shops, third-party affiliate sales, mobile commerce, social commerce, resale rental, buy online, pick up in store, Fulfillment by Amazon and so much more. In this fireside chat for business hub Retail Rx, Tim Anderson, […]
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July 11, 2024
Since synthetic materials came on the scene almost a century ago, they have grown to become the most popular choice for apparel. But the prevalence of polyester and other polymer-based fibers has come with a tiny yet pervasive problem: microplastics. When clothing and textiles are washed and worn, microfibers are released into the environment, where […]
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July 1, 2024
With over three decades of experience in designing, innovating and manufacturing denim, Artistic Garment Industries (AGI) Denim is taking its offerings to the next level. The vertically integrated B Corp manages the entire production process, from yarn spinning and fabric weaving to garment sewing and finishing. In addition, earlier this year AGI Denim launched The […]
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June 26, 2024
In real estate, the mantra is often location, location, location. But when it comes to truly effective real estate asset management, there is so much more to it, like knowing when to play the long game, when to make a quick decision and why “time kills deals.” In this Sku View fireside chat for Retail […]
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June 25, 2024
A few years after Pakistan-based manufacturer Interloop began its journey to broaden its product categories, it is undergoing a new transformation process. When the company—which was previously solely a hosiery supplier—added denim and knitwear, it also built out teams to manage aspects such as product development, sales and marketing for each of these business units […]
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June 10, 2024
Coach remains one of the world’s most recognizable brands, which is no small feat after 80 plus years. It’s not easy for legacy brands to stay relevant, yet reinvention with the younger consumer can be even harder. Coach has done both by realizing that only being product-centric isn’t enough. In this fireside chat, Lauren Parker, […]
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May 28, 2024
Despite some bright spots, retail has had a bumpy road lately, with shifts from malls to online, store closings, bankruptcies, restructurings, liquidations and the like. Yet as Tolstoy might have put it, “Successful retailers are all alike; each distressed retailer is distressed in its own way.” In this fireside chat, Rob Gorin, managing director at […]
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