Nafisat Sanusi
Supply chain management in the fashion industry refers to the management of the network of businesses and services involved in bringing clothing and accessories from concept to customer, including:
Design creation by a fashion designer, textile sourcing or manufacturing and quality control and shipping to distributors, warehouses, or retail stores
Goals of supply chain management in the fashion industry include:
- Lower costs of items.
- Improved customer experience.
- Maximizing profits.
- Ensuring timely delivery- Reducing production, inventory, and logistics costs
- Ensuring transparency and fair labor practices.
Supply chain management in the fashion industry can be improved through technology and automation, such as procurement and order management systems, and the use of AI and machine learning to predict potential interruptions and improve efficiency.