How Should Fashion Revolutionize the Raw Materials Supply Chain?
Raw materials take many steps to transform from input to finished product. As a result, retail brands often don’t have a direct relationship with or true visibility into the raw materials tier of their supply chain, but this may be poised to change.
A number of factors are causing the apparel and footwear industry to take a closer look at their material sourcing.
Covid-19 offered a wake-up call to companies early in the outbreak, as a delay in raw material shipments out of China put a pause on production in then unaffected countries. At the same time, a heightened awareness for sustainability has fashion firms choosing materials that are better for the planet and opting for more supportive partnerships with their producers.
Read more at Sourcing Journal.