HUEC 3032 Chapter : The Role Of Product Development In The Apparel Study
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The role of product development in the apparel study. Traditional linear apparel product supply chain the roles each industry segment were distinct, each with its own product and customer. Retail product development supply chain seek to bypass the profit center of wholesale brand apparel manufactures and procure exclusive product at a more competitive price. More complex and flexible than the linear model. Maximizes efficiency and maintains competitive edge by identifying core competencies the things they do best- and partnering with specialist. Occur when interactive network of independent manufacturing specialists join forces to integrate complementary resources. Composed of smaller unit-level processes with information on demand and supply flowing in both directions. Digital technologies make it possible for companies to coordinate their core competencies into a single effort. Request for proposal (rfp) or request for quotation (rfq) Nanotechnology enablers (ralph lauren polo tech smart shirt monitors heart rate and calories) Suppliers must compete by maintaining a differential advantage:
