 In This Issue
August 2012 |
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| Looking for Cost Savings in All the Right Places |
| 08/01/2012 |
| Author: By Andrew Billings, Manager, Kurt Salmon & Amy L. Burns, Manager, Kurt Salmon |
| Sixth Annual Apparel Research Study & Analysis
Against a backdrop of skyrocketing labor costs, a depreciation of the U.S. dollar in foreign markets and uncertain stability levels in some regions, sourcing executives are narrowing in on specific cost-savings measures, while staying mindful of quality needs and risk levels.
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| Editor's Note: |
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| Finding Your Spanda |
| 08/01/2012 |
| Author: Jordan K. Speer |
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| The Market: |
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| The Top 10 |
| 08/01/2012 |
| Author: Jordan K. Speer |
| Department stores have come full circle as prime shopping destinations.
PLUS: Vendor Viewpoint — Interview with Lori Kinser, product manager for Factory Xpress, TradeCard
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| Retail Intelligence: |
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| The Secret to Staffing Success |
| 07/17/2012 |
| Author: Deena M. Amato-McCoy |
| Leading retailers share how automated scheduling and task management systems measurably improve customer service. |
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| Supply Chain: |
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| What Makes the Case for Apparel Manufacturing Automation? |
| 07/09/2012 |
| Author: William Atkinson |
| Product type and volume, methods of manufacturing, ease of equipment maintenance and more determine whether automation is a good fit for an apparel manufacturer.
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| Sourcing & Logistics: |
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| From Market Woes to Energy Shortages, Problems Plague Pakistani Textile Industry |
| 06/19/2012 |
| Author: By Manik Mehta |
| These are critical times for Pakistan's textile industry, which apart from facing a downturn in its traditional markets in the West, is also confronted with the grim prospect of rising raw-material prices and energy shortages. |
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| Concept-to-Spec: In Brief: |
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| TradeStone Software Partners with AsiaInspection on Testing, with MicroStrategy on BI |
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| Lectra's New Vector Fabric Cutter Helps Pandora Boost Quality |
| 07/18/2012 |
| Author: Jordan Speer, Editor in Chief |
| The new ergonomic, intuitive, visual interface enables continuous monitoring and control of every step of the manufacturing process, alerting the operator in case of a hazard. |
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| Grupo M, Blue River Denim's "Laundry Lab" Creates Innovative Washes, Finishes |
| 07/09/2012 |
| Author: Jessica Binns, Contributing Editor |
| The Grupo M "Laundry Lab" is being equipped with all the latest technology and will accommodate designers and product development teams from the company's current customers as well as new brands looking to tap in to produce premium products in the Dominican Republic. |
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| Research and Reports: |
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| After PLM: What Comes Next? Perfecting Supply Chain Execution |
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| For maximum velocity and flexibility in meeting demand, a focus on global sourcing and supply chain management (SCM) is essential.
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| Looking for Cost Savings in All the Right Places |
| 08/01/2012 |
| Author: By Andrew Billings, Manager, Kurt Salmon & Amy L. Burns, Manager, Kurt Salmon |
| Sixth Annual Apparel Research Study & Analysis
Against a backdrop of skyrocketing labor costs, a depreciation of the U.S. dollar in foreign markets and uncertain stability levels in some regions, sourcing executives are narrowing in on specific cost-savings measures, while staying mindful of quality needs and risk levels.
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