David Birnbaum
Articles by David Birnbaum
Comment: What's the best way to raise standards in Bangladesh?
30 May 2013
Three strategies have emerged among clothing brands and retailers trying to decide what steps to take to raise standards in factories in Bangladesh. But David Birnbaum believes the approach in which customers provide funds to upgrade factory structures is the worst option of all.
Comment: Understanding China's success
20 May 2013
China ranks number one as the world's largest garment exporter with a 38% global market share. Bangladesh ranks number two with a 5% market share. We all acknowledge that China dominates the global garment export market. But how did it get here, and what are the upcoming challenges? asks David Birnbaum.
Comment: The crooks and conmen among us
7 May 2013
Today, many if not most importers and retailers are making an honest effort to make Bangladesh a better place to work for customers, suppliers and workers alike. But recent events such as the collapse the Rana Plaza factory building have brought out some important truths, believes David Birnbaum.
Comment: Burma in brief - a short garment industry study
19 March 2013
Comment: Crossing the line on ethical behaviour
21 January 2013
Comment: Where has globalisation left the garment industry?
21 December 2012
Comment: The Trans-Pacific Partnership - Plan B
4 October 2012
Comment: Bangladesh at a crossroads
25 September 2012
Comment: The decline of the US garment industry
21 August 2012
Comment: Caught in the compliance trap
7 August 2012
Comment: Caught in the cost of labour trap
20 July 2012
Comment: It's not about the cost of labour
4 July 2012
Comment: Product mix shifts hurt China's US exports
13 June 2012
Comment: Strategies for success (Part I) - core competencies
23 February 2012
Comment: Perception is part of the Chinese apparel puzzle
7 February 2012
