BRANDS INCREASINGLY CONSIDER SOURCING CLOSER TO HOME
March 1st, 2016
With fast fashion demands growing and China’s costs rising, sourcing closer to home is certainly becoming a more commonly considered option for brands, speeding up clothing and textile supply chains, being particularly beneficial for smaller producers, according to experts. Companies sourcing locally can have faster turnaround times, potentially better relationships with suppliers, and greater quality control. However, companies should consider their sourcing location carefully as sourcing locally can mean more hands on management and cost.
For instance, a ...
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