Optimize Customer Engagement and Sustainability
The foundation to a great customer experience is the quality of the product. The most basic expectation of every consumer is that the product Works. A recent (informal) survey of 24 “C-level” executives (Chief - Merchandising, Marketing, Digital, Transformation- Officers), asked participants to rank the following attributes in terms of importance to customer acquisition, retention and satisfaction – Quality, Price, Sustainability, Brand Image and Customer Service. Quality was rated #1 by 22 of the executives.
In this webinar, attendees learned how C-level executives in various roles (Merchandising, Marketing, Digital, Transformation) view the relative importance of product quality compared to other factors like price, sustainability, brand image, and customer service.
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Fashion Forward: Tech Trends Shaping 2025
Infor gave an insightful webinar exploring the top technology trends set to shape the fashion and retail landscape in 2025. Attendees discovered how AI innovations are transforming the industry, enhancing customer experiences, and streamlining operations. Attendees also learned from real-world use cases and expert predictions to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving market. This session equips attendees with the knowledge and strategies needed to lead their fashion business into the future.
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Developing Carbon Reduction Plans To Tackle Net Zero Targets
Many companies set Net Zero targets, but struggle to develop and implement the necessary GHG reduction plans effectively and efficiently at scale. In this webinar, BSI’s experts discussed a structured, effective approach to large-scale, cross-functional Carbon Reduction Management Plans. Areas of focus included identifying GHG reduction strategies; engaging and educating functional leads and suppliers; creating an environment of purpose, accountability, and ownership; and financial budgeting and reduction forecasts.
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Data-Driven Strategies for Cyber Week 2024: What 2023 Taught
Centric Software dove into the latest data on this year's discounts and promotions, giving you valuable insights into where consumer demand is still strong. We explored key trends and consumer behaviors from Cyber Week 2023, showing how these insights can help you refine your strategy for Cyber Week 2024. Attendees learned what worked, what didn't, and how to stay competitive in the year ahead!
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Unlock the Hidden Value in your Packaging Data
With the right tools, raw packaging data can be turned into actionable business intelligence that can save money on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fees as well as reduce waste. In this session, RLG introduced core concepts of ecomodulation policies for packaging and demonstrated how the benefits of ecomodulation can be maximized through smart data management and analysis. Attendees learned actionable techniques by reviewing real examples of packaging reductions/adjustment through data.
Reduced packaging = reduced waste = reduced fees = win-win-win for your company, consumers, and the planet.
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Supply Chain Risk: From Vulnerability To Resilience
In today's interconnected global economy, organizations can't afford to overlook the potential risks in their supply chains. From regulatory compliance to operational disruptions and reputational damage, the challenges are numerous and complex. Many companies recognize the need to strengthen their supply chain risk management. However, this task can seem daunting, and the path to improvement remains unclear.
During this webinar, attendees learned essential tools for diagnosing their supply chain risk management challenges, identifying key stakeholders, and embarking on a journey towards supply chain resilience. Case studies were presented that highlighted how other organizations have successfully navigated supply chain risks. These real-world examples will provide valuable lessons learned and best practices you can apply to your own operations.
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Innovative Chemical Mgmt. and Smart Chemical Testing
Expand your knowledge of innovative chemical management in fashion with our upcoming webinar. According to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, the fashion industry consumes 43 million tons of chemicals annually in textile production - accounting for 20% of global industrial water pollution and posing risks to health and the environment. In this webinar, attendees learned about best practices for reducing risks and how to be a leader in an industry under increasing consumer, retailer, and regulatory pressure. The webinar highlighted effective management strategies, global regulations for restricted substances, and resources like the American Apparel & Footwear Association's Restricted Substances List.
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Finding the Way | Textile Regulations & Traceability Tools
Navigating the textile sustainability regulatory landscape is challenging, especially with the added complexity of traceability tools. This webinar highlighted the key concepts of major regulatory requirements surrounding the EU Green Deal, the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), PFAS, state level EPR schemes, Canada Fighting Against Forced Labor, and Child Labor in Supply Chains Act, as well as the proposed New York Fashion Act, SEC Climate Disclosure and FTC Green Guides.
We explored essential strategies for managing and integrating data to meet complex regulations on traceability, transparency, and end-of-life product requirements in the textile and footwear industries. Attendees learned the categories of greentech and traceability software they may need, and gained insights into whether working directly with certification bodies or utilizing multiple compliance platforms is more beneficial. This webinar went over the most utilized data gathering strategies, criteria for selecting the right approach for your brand, and actionable steps to kickstart your compliance initiatives.
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Weaving AI into Traceability and Efficiency
This insightful webinar, hosted by AAFA and Infor, delved into the latest trends in traceability, ESG, and AI-driven forecast intelligence for the fashion and retail industry. This webinar guided participants through practical steps and strategies to enhance your traceability efforts, support your ESG objectives, and leverage AI for better demand planning and production efficiency. This session was designed to equip fashion and retail companies with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate today's complex landscape while optimizing their operations.
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Integrating Local ESG Risks Into Global Supply Chain Mgmt.
Almost daily changes to local laws, risks, climate, policies, and resource availability make sourcing and supply chain management hugely challenging. Add in the requirements of regional and national ESG and supply chain due diligence legislation, and sustainable supply chains can seem impossible and overwhelming.
This webinar drew on up-to-date data, research, and business experience to shed light on the biggest ESG risks the apparel and footwear industry faces today, how businesses can successfully manage them and how to integrate ESG requirements into your sourcing and supply chain programs efficiently and effectively.
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AI-Assisted Classification, FTA Qualification & Forced Labor
New trade compliance tools are incorporating AI to support import/export classification, FTA qualification, and forced labor compliance. This webinar provided real-time understanding of how AI-assisted, human-in-the-loop tools make it possible to do much more without adding headcount or investing in large, IT-intensive software. This included speeding up import and export classifications, auto-calculating FTA qualifications, and determining SKU-level forced labor risks.
Additionally, technology can make record-keeping and audit trails automatic by incorporating collaboration into the process of classifying, qualifying, or complying. This can eliminate the need for email, PDFs, attachments, and spreadsheets and all the uploading and downloading that is prevalent. Other features of an AI-assisted platform for trade compliance is the ability to add-on to or enhance an existing GTM system and to connect disparate data sources into a single view.
Finally, participants learned how to use AI prompts to converse with customs rulings for faster and easier research.
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Passing the Smell Test: Science-Based Odor Management
Consumers want their favorite apparel, footwear, sportswear, workwear, and home textiles to last – and that includes smelling fresh.
Managing odor is about performance, brand loyalty, and sustainability. Developers have to choose the right approach for the application and material, while considering the health of the users and the planet. We'll cover the main approaches to managing odor - absorbing, masking, eliminating, or washing away - and how the data can be used in both development and marketing.
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AI Integrated Business Planning for Brands and Retailers
Learn how fashion brands and retailers can unlock supply chain efficiency through integrated business planning. Discover the critical role of organizational preparedness in successfully managing the complexities of business planning, including demand planning, inventory, and supply chain management. Explore the latest trends, industry directions, and tools and how AI-driven solutions can transform your planning processes. Enhance demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and overall supply chain responsiveness. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain insights and strategies to stay ahead in the competitive fashion market.
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Prepare Now: Packaging and Textile EPR in the U.S.
In the U.S., new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws for packaging, coupled with the potential for enactment of EPR laws for textiles, will bring increasing complexity to data management and EPR reporting. Textiles, sold to consumers in packaging, will present particular challenges to data collection, verification, and reporting. Attendees were invited to join RLG for an overview to learn how to prepare for potential EPR obligations - what producers must know, what they must do, and how business may be affected in the coming weeks, months, and years.
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Catalyst for Change | Supply Chain Reset
Fashion supply chains were critical to the success of businesses both in the U.S. and globally, and underwent major disruptions in the past five years alone. In the webinar, we delved deeper into how brands and retailers could best adapt to new ways of working that allowed for more agility and flexibility - and as part of that - delivered better value for the customer. We specifically looked at how new digital tools, strategic vendor partnerships, and on-demand nearshore sourcing could offer a holistic solution for the US fashion industry.
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Optimizing Apparel Supply Chains with AI: A Practical Guide
Discover how artificial intelligence revolutionized supply chain management for the apparel industry in our recent webinar. This session highlighted the latest trends in AI for supply chain in the apparel and footwear industries. It also showcased practical applications of AI that fostered sustainability, transparency, and enabled compliance with evolving global due diligence regulations, including the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).
We shared real-world AI use cases, discussed the role of multi-enterprise platforms in leveraging existing and forthcoming AI, and provided actionable insights on how companies could quickly begin implementing AI to boost sustainability and mitigate supply chain risks. We also provided guidance on the positive financial impact of these AI applications. Whether you were starting your AI journey or looking to enhance existing capabilities, this webinar equipped you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and leverage AI for a more transparent and responsible supply chain.
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Stay Compliant: Get a Bird’s Eye View to Global Fashion Laws
Explore legislative developments that impact the global fashion industry - in Europe and all over the world. In this complex ecosystem, finding the right data can feel overwhelming. How can you make sure your compliance strategy keeps your brand safe worldwide?
This informative webinar explored the legislative developments shaping the global fashion industry. Stay ahead of the curve by exploring upcoming regulations such as the Digital Product Passport, EUDR, anti-Green Claims, and anti-slavery acts around the world.
Data lies at the heart of compliance, serving as the foundation for meeting regulatory requirements. Are you prepared to harness its power?
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Enabling Agility in the Age of Ongoing Disruption
In today's fast-paced and unpredictable environment, supply chain visibility is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity for survival and success. Over the past year, the global supply chain landscape has been reshaped by a series of unprecedented events—from low water levels in the Panama Canal to geopolitical tensions affecting maritime routes and the recent earthquake in Taiwan.
These disruptions underscore the urgent requirement for adaptability in addressing global supply chain complexities. Yet, agility extends beyond reactive measures. It requires forward-thinking approaches that guarantee adaptability across the entire supply chain—from upstream processes in supplier factories to downstream customer deliveries. Achieving this level of comprehensive visibility and flexibility demands robust technological solutions.
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The Role of Responsible Sourcing in the Apparel Industry
BSI Sustainable Supply Chain experts discussed how to account for the role of sustainable materials and responsible sourcing to achieve sustainability goals in the apparel industry. In this webinar, attendees learned how to manage emerging regulations, conduct supply chain traceability, plan emissions reductions, and understand climate impact on their operations.
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Succeeding with Supply Chain Due Diligence
Managing risk and proving due diligence across supply chains can be a significant challenge, given the growing number and complexity of federal and state level regulations, as well as country-specific and EU-wide laws in Europe.
During this session, attendees learned the latest on due diligence regulations and management from two policy experts: Baptiste Carriere-Pradal, Chair of the Policy Hub, co-founder of 2B Policy, and senior advisor to BCG as well as Pauline God, Senior Policy & Program Manager at TrusTrace. They also heard directly from the brand side - Tahagod Mohamed, Traceability Analyst at Brooks Running - about how to practically implement traceability to identify and mitigate risks.
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