Vietnam’s Apparel Renaissance: Why ‘Right First Time’ Is the New Global Benchmark
In today’s fast-paced apparel industry, “Right First Time” (RFT) has emerged as a defining metric—not just of quality, but of strategic capability. For manufacturers, it translates to reduced rework, lower costs, and faster deliveries. For buyers, it ensures consistent quality, brand protection, and scale. Nowhere is this philosophy being embraced more decisively than in Vietnam. […]
The Future of Apparel Manufacturing: Why Industrial Engineering and Operational Excellence Matter
The apparel manufacturing industry is experiencing rapid transformation. Increased consumer demand for higher quality, faster delivery, and more sustainable practices puts intense pressure on manufacturers to optimize their operations. Two disciplines that play vital roles in addressing these challenges are Industrial Engineering (IE) and Operational Excellence (OpEx). While both aim to enhance efficiency and reduce […]
Why the Apparel Industry Needs to Move Beyond Legacy Training Content for Sewing Supervisors
The apparel industry, renowned for its vibrant creativity and fast-paced innovation, is also deeply rooted in tradition. This dichotomy is particularly evident in the training methodologies used for sewing supervisors in manufacturing facilities. Many of these training programs are legacy systems, developed decades ago and no longer relevant to today’s dynamic and technologically advanced industry. […]