now everyone must be back from their holidays and all charged up for 2015… as always it’s
time for a retrospect and an action plan for future growth.
One of the best things about doing a recap issue is that it gives us an opportunity to evaluate subjects covered all through the year for its relevance to the industry… All I can say is that I am satisfied that through our various issues, several important topics have been discussed and analyzed, addressing the present and future needs of the industry.
Even as the world takes to social media for spreading information and sharing thoughts…, the sewing industry is slowly waking up to the potential of social media in its evolution. StitchWorld not only emphasized how YouTube can be used effectively for training, but also highlighted how the same is useful in comparing technologies and making informed decisions when selecting
machines for specific needs.
IT has given wings to new opportunities and it is heartening to see that more and more companies are adapting to IT-enabled systems for achieving greater productivity, efficiencies and more timely deliveries…
A strong IE department is the backbone of a good manufacturing process, and it is important to understand how to get the best out of the team. A series on ‘IE’ which will continue in 2015, addresses various elements of IE and how best to supplement these elements for best results. While the bigger manufacturers are comfortable in their area of operations, smaller ones are struggling with routine…, it is becoming increasingly important to create niches and make the company a preferred supplier. The most effective way to differentiate is to work in niche products that have immense market potential, but few competitors!
Spotlighting a few such categories, SW has talked about some diverse products such as outdoor gear, swimwear, equestrian clothing, umbrellas and outerwear jackets for extreme weather activities. Many of the next growth categories are going to be linked to ‘stitchless’ technology, which has been emphasized time and again through the pages of SW. The concept has been demystified and various technologies analyzed for forward thinking companies to move ahead. SW continued with its efforts to stress on the importance of automation, not only to save manpower, but also critical sewing minutes. Today, product quality and product standardization are not a matter of negotiation, and using automates is the only way to combat rising expectations in both areas.
Even as automation takes huge strides in the industry, Delhi-NCR is fiercely guarding its own unique way of functioning from using ‘jugaad’ to offer complicated styles to specializing in high-end designer garments which rely heavily on operator’s skills. In this approach to business, keeping operators motivated and skilled is very important... SW went ahead to survey workers in the region to understand their expectations and satisfaction levels..., some interesting findings are worth a review.
And last but not the least..., how can professionals in the industry update and upgrade their proficiency... Some career-oriented training programmes in emerging areas like sustainability and factory management, find mention in the series…
We have given an insight into all these areas through seven recap themes… Hope you will enjoy reading them as much as we enjoyed putting them together… If there is any specific area or topic that you feel needs special attention this year, do let us know
One of the best things about doing a recap issue is that it gives us an opportunity to evaluate subjects covered all through the year for its relevance to the industry… All I can say is that I am satisfied that through our various issues, several important topics have been discussed and analyzed, addressing the present and future needs of the industry.
Even as the world takes to social media for spreading information and sharing thoughts…, the sewing industry is slowly waking up to the potential of social media in its evolution. StitchWorld not only emphasized how YouTube can be used effectively for training, but also highlighted how the same is useful in comparing technologies and making informed decisions when selecting
machines for specific needs.
IT has given wings to new opportunities and it is heartening to see that more and more companies are adapting to IT-enabled systems for achieving greater productivity, efficiencies and more timely deliveries…
A strong IE department is the backbone of a good manufacturing process, and it is important to understand how to get the best out of the team. A series on ‘IE’ which will continue in 2015, addresses various elements of IE and how best to supplement these elements for best results. While the bigger manufacturers are comfortable in their area of operations, smaller ones are struggling with routine…, it is becoming increasingly important to create niches and make the company a preferred supplier. The most effective way to differentiate is to work in niche products that have immense market potential, but few competitors!
Spotlighting a few such categories, SW has talked about some diverse products such as outdoor gear, swimwear, equestrian clothing, umbrellas and outerwear jackets for extreme weather activities. Many of the next growth categories are going to be linked to ‘stitchless’ technology, which has been emphasized time and again through the pages of SW. The concept has been demystified and various technologies analyzed for forward thinking companies to move ahead. SW continued with its efforts to stress on the importance of automation, not only to save manpower, but also critical sewing minutes. Today, product quality and product standardization are not a matter of negotiation, and using automates is the only way to combat rising expectations in both areas.
Even as automation takes huge strides in the industry, Delhi-NCR is fiercely guarding its own unique way of functioning from using ‘jugaad’ to offer complicated styles to specializing in high-end designer garments which rely heavily on operator’s skills. In this approach to business, keeping operators motivated and skilled is very important... SW went ahead to survey workers in the region to understand their expectations and satisfaction levels..., some interesting findings are worth a review.
And last but not the least..., how can professionals in the industry update and upgrade their proficiency... Some career-oriented training programmes in emerging areas like sustainability and factory management, find mention in the series…
We have given an insight into all these areas through seven recap themes… Hope you will enjoy reading them as much as we enjoyed putting them together… If there is any specific area or topic that you feel needs special attention this year, do let us know
