How is Smart Manufacturing Transforming Fashion and Apparel Manufacture?
Debbie McKeegan explores the paradigm shift in the fashion industry from fast fashion to personalised fashion, highlighting the technical challenges, solutions, and operational benefits for the manufacturing community. Debbie speaks to experts Oliver Mustoe-Playfair from Prinfab, Phil McMullin of Epson UK and Guy Alroy of Early Vision.
The experts discuss the role of digital technology, the importance of standards, print precision, seamless software, print continuity, and the future of on-demand production. The discussion emphasises the need for efficient lean workflows, embedded workflow automation, and the integration of e-commerce to meet consumer demands for unique and personalised garments.
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