The fashion industry, known for its fast-paced nature, faces significant waste-related challenges throughout its supply chain. Inefficiencies in material usage, production, and logistics contribute to excessive costs and environmental damage. Understanding and addressing these forms of waste can improve sustainability and operational efficiency. This blog explores different types of waste in the fashion pipeline, supported…
The fashion industry operates through a complex supply chain where raw materials are transformed into finished products and delivered to customers. To optimize efficiency, brands analyze the value chain, which consists of primary and supporting activities. Additionally, IVAT analysis helps classify production processes based on material flow. 1. Flow of Material in the Fashion Industry…
In supply chain management, understanding how processes flow is essential to optimizing efficiency and meeting customer demands. The process view of a supply chain is performed in two primary ways: the Cycle View and the Push/Pull View. Each approach offers a different perspective on how supply chain activities are structured and executed. Cycle View of…
What is Inventory Management? Inventory management refers to the process of overseeing and controlling the stock of goods in a business. It ensures that a company maintains an adequate supply of products without overstocking or running out of items. Proper inventory management helps businesses meet customer demand efficiently while minimizing excess costs. For example, Aayushmaa…
Project management helps fashion brands complete projects efficiently by following three key phases: Planning, Scheduling, and Control. 1. Planning – Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) WBS divides a project into smaller tasks for better organization. Example: Launching a New Clothing Collection 2. Scheduling – Gantt Chart & PERT/CPM Example: If fabric sourcing, stitching, and photoshoots are…
Forecasting plays a crucial role in fashion production, serving as the foundation for budgeting, capacity planning, sales projections, inventory management, workforce allocation, and purchasing decisions. It helps businesses anticipate demand and optimize resources effectively. There are two primary types of forecasting: qualitative and quantitative. 1. Qualitative Forecasting This method relies on expert judgment and market…
The fashion industry relies on efficient production systems to create clothing and accessories that meet consumer demand while maintaining quality and profitability. These systems are broadly classified into Continuous Production Systems and Intermittent Production Systems, each catering to different market needs. Continuous Production System (Production to Stock) A Continuous Production System involves large-scale manufacturing of…
Production management in fashion ensures efficiency, quality, and profitability by overseeing the entire manufacturing process, from sourcing raw materials to delivering final products to consumers. Effective production management helps brands streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve sustainability. Operations as a Transformation Process Operations management in the fashion industry involves transforming various inputs into high-quality garments….
What is FDI?Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) involves investments made by a company or individual from one country into business interests located in another country. It typically includes ownership of at least 10% in a foreign business entity, granting significant influence over management and operations. FDI in India: Two Routes FDI in Indian Retail Sector The…
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is transforming inventory management and customer experiences in the fashion industry. By enabling efficient tracking and seamless operations, RFID helps brands optimize processes and reduce costs. How RFID Works RFID uses radio waves to identify and track tags attached to objects. A basic RFID system includes: In fashion, RFID tags are…
