Sourcing Practices In The Apparel Industry
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Sourcing Practices In The Apparel Industry
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Author : Marlon Lezama
language : en
Publisher: Commonwealth Secretariat
Release Date : 2004
Sourcing Practices In The Apparel Industry written by Marlon Lezama and has been published by Commonwealth Secretariat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Business & Economics categories.
Sourcing practices in the global apparel industry are changing because of the removal of quotas, new trade agreements, and a drive by apparel importers to lower costs. This study addresses the implications of these changes for garment manufacturers in Commonwealth developing countries. The principal research activities behind the book consisted of face-to-face interviews in North America with top sourcing executives of apparel importing companies and senior executives of apparel manufacturing companies and other stakeholders in six Commonwealth developing countries. The findings indicate that almost without exception apparel manufacturers are struggling to lower costs and to increase productivity so as to remain competitive. Government and industry are thus faced with critical decisions on how best to support the apparel industry in their respective countries. The principal outputs of the study are enterprise level guidelines to remain competitive in the face of evolving sourcing policies, technology, and practices, complemented by related frameworks at government and institutional levels.
A Comparison Of Sourcing Strategies In The Apparel Industry Case Study Of The H M Group And Inditex
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Author : Rob Nijmeijer
language : en
Publisher: GRIN Verlag
Release Date : 2015-11-20
A Comparison Of Sourcing Strategies In The Apparel Industry Case Study Of The H M Group And Inditex written by Rob Nijmeijer and has been published by GRIN Verlag this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-11-20 with Business & Economics categories.
Bachelor Thesis from the year 2015 in the subject Business economics - Miscellaneous, grade: 9, University of Groningen (Business Economics), course: Bsc International Business, language: English, abstract: In this thesis a comparison is made between the H&M Group and Inditex to measure the differences in overall performance of outsourcing and in-house production in the apparel industry. Outsourcing is often discussed in the literature as the perfect solution to cost reductions however the literature lacks results on the actual performance; this article measures the performance obtained through outsourcing and in-house production. H&M is studied because it has a fully outsourced production, where Inditex mostly produces its products in-house. Performance is measured by the follow variables: costs, agility, asset utilization and product quality. Costs and asset utilization were measured using an independent samples t-test; comparing costs of goods sold salary expenses and overall expenses as a percentage of the revenue, asset utilization is measured by comparing the return on assets ratio. Agility is studied by an in-depth analysis and product quality based on a survey on consumer perception. The results show that H&M has significantly reduced its costs by outsourcing, while Inditex with higher costs is able to keep a very short lead-time. H&M has been successful in increasing return on assets and product quality is perceived equal for both companies. This article contributes to the field of research by showing that outsourcing does lead to cost reduction, however in-house production leads to better performance in agility.
Sustainable Fashion Supply Chain Management
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Author : Tsan-Ming Choi
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2015-03-20
Sustainable Fashion Supply Chain Management written by Tsan-Ming Choi and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-03-20 with Business & Economics categories.
This handbook is a compilation of comprehensive reference sources that provide state-of-the-art findings on both theoretical and applied research on sustainable fashion supply chain management. It contains three parts, organized under the headings of “Reviews and Discussions,” “Analytical Research,” and “Empirical Research,” featuring peer-reviewed papers contributed by researchers from Asia, Europe, and the US. This book is the first to focus on sustainable supply chain management in the fashion industry and is therefore a pioneering text on this topic. In the fashion industry, disposable fashion under the fast fashion concept has become a trend. In this trend, fashion supply chains must be highly responsive to market changes and able to produce fashion products in very small quantities to satisfy changing consumer needs. As a result, new styles will appear in the market within a very short time and fashion brands such as Zara can reduce the whole process cycle from conceptual design to a final ready-to-sell “well-produced and packaged” product on the retail sales floor within a few weeks. From the supply chain’s perspective, the fast fashion concept helps to match supply and demand and lowers inventory. Moreover, since many fast fashion companies, e.g., Zara, H&M, and Topshop, adopt a local sourcing approach and obtain supply from local manufacturers (to cut lead time), the corresponding carbon footprint is much reduced. Thus, this local sourcing scheme under fast fashion would enhance the level of environmental friendliness compared with the more traditional offshore sourcing. Furthermore, since the fashion supply chain is notorious for generating high volumes of pollutants, involving hazardous materials in the production processes, and producing products by companies with low social responsibility, new management principles and theories, especially those that take into account consumer behaviours and preferences, need to be developed to address many of these issues in order to achieve the goal of sustainable fashion supply chain management. The topics covered include Reverse Logistics of US Carpet Recycling; Green Brand Strategies in the Fashion Industry; Impacts of Social Media on Consumers’ Disposals of Apparel; Fashion Supply Chain Network Competition with Eco-labelling; Reverse Logistics as a Sustainable Supply Chain Practice for the Fashion Industry; Apparel Manufacturers’ Path to World-class Corporate Social Responsibility; Sustainable Supply Chain Management in the Slow-Fashion Industry; Mass Market Second-hand Clothing Retail Operations in Hong Kong; Constraints and Drivers of Growth in the Ethical Fashion Sector: The case of France; and Effects of Used Garment Collection Programmes in Fast Fashion Brands.
Sustainability In The Textile And Apparel Industries
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Author : Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2020-03-31
Sustainability In The Textile And Apparel Industries written by Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-31 with Science categories.
This book is part of a five-volume set that explores sustainability in textile industry practices globally. Case studies are provided that cover the theoretical and practical implications of sustainable textile issues, including environmental footprints of textile manufacturing, consumer behavior, eco-design in clothing and apparels, supply chain sustainability, the chemistry of textile manufacturing, waste management and textile economics. The set will be of interest to researchers, engineers, industrialists, R&D managers and students working in textile chemistry, economics, materials science, and sustainable consumption and production. This volume explores some alternative synthetic raw materials resulting from the recycling and regeneration of renewable textile fibers, and how these sustainable green-based composites can contribute to improved ecological and human health. The book offers insights into the impacts of human-made fibers and microfiber pollution, and how biodegradable material sourcing can help to curb harmful environmental impacts from these practices and achieve clothing and apparel sustainability.
Going Global
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Author : Grace I. Kunz
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016
Going Global written by Grace I. Kunz and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with Clothing trade categories.
Going Global provides a coherent framework for understanding the textiles and apparel industry in the context of the sustainability of supply chain and global sourcing practices. The manufacturing and distribution of textiles and apparel products is a truly global industry, making it crucial that students are aware of the most current political, social and economic developments within the international marketplace. This edition includes updated discussions of ethics, social justice, and environmental responsibility; trade agreements; and the role and specialization of the world regions and selected countries that are major players in the textile and apparel marketplace. The text examines Europe and the European Union, the Americas and the Caribbean Basin, the Middle East and Africa, and Asia and Oceania with an increased emphasis on China, Vietnam and Bangladesh.New to this Edition ~Increased coverage of sourcing include two dedicated chapters ~Updated and new case studies in every chapter with added assessment questions to improve critical thinking skills ~Expanded discussion of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and technology ~Updated data in Part 3 for each country discussed, including current info on politics and economic development, trade agreements and statistics, plus sourcing and sustainability issues in each region ~New table at beginning of Part 3 to show major countries in each region along with their specialties.This current text will help students gain a holistic understand of supply chains and global sourcing concepts and practices. Introducing Going Global STUDIO--an online tool for more effective study! Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions Access images of all of the photos in the book in full colorTeaching Resources: Instructor's Guide, Test Bank, and PowerPoint presentations available. PLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please refer to the book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN 9781501318344
Fashion Supply Chain Management In Asia Concepts Models And Cases
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Author : Bin Shen
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-09-12
Fashion Supply Chain Management In Asia Concepts Models And Cases written by Bin Shen and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-12 with Business & Economics categories.
This book serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the theories and applications in managing the Asian fashion supply chain, presenting both quantitative and exploratory studies. Providing academicians and practitioners insights into the latest developments and models, it also offers diverse perspectives on areas like strategic sourcing, quick response strategies, and other essential parts of the supply chain.
Global Sourcing In The Textile And Apparel Industry
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Author : Jung Ha-Brookshire
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date :
Global Sourcing In The Textile And Apparel Industry written by Jung Ha-Brookshire and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Business logistics categories.
Over 95% of today's textile and apparel products are globally sourced, making sourcing one of the most important business functions in the industry. This text examines this crucial function, providing practical insight into both how and why global sourcing is pursued. Chapters include step-by-step global sourcing procedures and explore the theoretical, political, economic, social, and environmental implications of global sourcing decisions through the sustainability perspective.
Global Sourcing In The Textile And Apparel Industry
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Author : Jung Ha-Brookshire
language : en
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Release Date : 2015
Global Sourcing In The Textile And Apparel Industry written by Jung Ha-Brookshire and has been published by Prentice Hall this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015 with Business logistics categories.
Over 95% of today's textile and apparel products are globally sourced, making sourcing one of the most important business functions in the industry. This text examines this crucial function, providing practical insight into both how and why global sourcing is pursued. Chapters include step-by-step global sourcing procedures and explore the theoretical, political, economic, social, and environmental implications of global sourcing decisions through the sustainability perspective.
Supply Chain Risk Management In The Apparel Industry
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Author : Peter Cheng
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2018-05-11
Supply Chain Risk Management In The Apparel Industry written by Peter Cheng and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-05-11 with Business & Economics categories.
Apparel is one of the oldest and largest export industries in the world. It is also one of the most global industries because most nations produce for the international textile and apparel market. The changing global landscape drives cost volatility, regulatory risk and change in consumer preference. In today’s retail landscape, media and advocacy groups have focussed attention on social and environmental issues, as well as new regulatory requirements and stricter legislations. Understanding and managing any risk within the supply chain, particularly ethical and responsible sourcing, has become increasingly critical. This book first gives a systematic introduction to the evolution of SCRM through literature review and discusses the importance of SCRM in the apparel industry. Second, it describes the life cycle of the apparel supply chain and defines the different roles of the value chain in the apparel industry. Thirdly, it identifies the risk factors in the Apparel Life Cycle and analyses the risk sources and consequences and finally, extends the importance of selection of the suppliers and develops a supplier selection model and SCRM strategies solution by data analysis and case studies.
Going Global
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Author : Grace I. Kunz
language : en
Publisher: Fairchild Books
Release Date : 2016-03-10
Going Global written by Grace I. Kunz and has been published by Fairchild Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-03-10 with Business & Economics categories.
Going Global provides a coherent framework for understanding the textiles and apparel industry in the context of the sustainability of supply chain and global sourcing practices. The manufacturing and distribution of textiles and apparel products is a truly global industry, making it crucial that students are aware of the most current political, social and economic developments within the international marketplace. This third edition includes updated discussions of ethics, social justice, and environmental responsibility; trade agreements; and the role and specialization of the world regions and selected countries that are major players in the textile and apparel marketplace. The text examines Europe and the European Union, the Americas and the Caribbean Basin, the Middle East and Africa, and Asia and Oceania with an increased emphasis on China, Vietnam and Bangladesh. New to this Edition - Increased coverage of sourcing with two new chapters: Chapter 7, Selecting Locations for Global Sourcing, and Chapter 8, Selecting Vendors for Global Sourcing - Updated and new case studies in every chapter with added discussion questions to improve critical thinking skills - Updated data in Part 3 for each country discussed, including current info on politics and economic development, trade agreements and statistics, plus sourcing and sustainability issues in each region This current text will help students gain a holistic understand of supply chains and global sourcing concepts and practices. Features - Includes chapter opening Learning Objectives, "Fun Facts", "Global Lexicon" glossary with key terms, and end of chapter Learning Activities - Uses Li & Fung's conceptual model of a global supply chain - An emphasis on sustainability in the context of textile and apparel production, distribution and consumption with current and relevant examples - Over 150 photos and figures, plus an 8-page color insert featuring important maps in vibrant full color Introducing Going Global STUDIO--an online tool for more effective study! Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions Teaching Resources: Instructor's Guide, Test Bank, and PowerPoint presentations available. PLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please refer to the book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN 9781501318344.