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Published by Aroq Ltd.Sun, 26 May 2013 09:12:03 GMTSun, 26 May 2013 09:12:03 GMTjust-style.com - RSS feedjust-style.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss20Lectra has enhanced its Kaledo textile design suite to offer a wider range of creative tools along with improved usability for speed, control and accuracy.http://www.just-style.com/news/lectra-enhances-kaledo-textile-design-suite_id117878.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraFri, 17 May 2013 14:28:00 GMTLectra has updated its Diamino pre-costing and marker-making solution, which it claims will help fashion companies cut processing times, while reducing costs and material waste.http://www.just-style.com/news/lectra-updates-diamino-marker-making-solution_id117716.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraThu, 02 May 2013 15:07:00 GMTFashion retailers, brands and manufacturers are facing a "moving target" when it comes to garment sizing and fit. A focus on changing consumer shapes, communication with both offshore factories and customers, pattern blocks and fit forms, as well as processes and training are all needed now if the industry is to prevent problems in the future, say leading executives.http://www.just-style.com/analysis/garment-size-and-fit-a-moving-target_id117594.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraFri, 19 Apr 2013 14:18:00 GMTLectra has released an enhanced version of its product development solution for pattern making, grading and 3D prototyping.http://www.just-style.com/news/lectra-enhances-product-development-solution_id117593.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraFri, 19 Apr 2013 14:12:00 GMTZhejiang Nali Apparel, a Chinese women's wear and accessories company, is adopting Lectra Fashion PLM to streamline its collection development. http://www.just-style.com/news/zhejiang-nali-apparel-adopts-lectra-fashion-plm_id117512.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraFri, 12 Apr 2013 12:25:00 GMTWhat else is likely to be topping the apparel industry's software agenda this year? Using technology to help mitigate risk in the supply chain, automating data capture, and greater collaboration and information exchange between apparel retailers and brands and their suppliers are all highlighted. Tapping into social media and mobile technologies will also contribute to speed and accuracy.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/what-else-is-on-the-agenda_id117428.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraTue, 02 Apr 2013 13:55:00 GMTWhere should apparel firms be focusing their software investments now if they want to remain competitive into the future? According to industry experts consulted by just-style, technology agendas should include tools that better integrate all data between supply chain partners and offer end-to-end visibility, flexibility and speed.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/investing-for-the-future_id117424.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraTue, 02 Apr 2013 12:42:00 GMTFaced with a raft of challenges across the apparel supply chain, how can software help tackle the key issues? Tools that connect all trading partners, streamline the end-to-end process, and give industry leaders the flexibility and time to address everything from new opportunities to unexpected events can all contribute to a competitive edge.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/tackling-the-challenges_id117423.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraTue, 02 Apr 2013 12:37:00 GMTSocial and environmental compliance are the main issues facing today's apparel supply chains, according to industry experts consulted by just-style. The continued shift towards faster and faster fashion cycles, along with pressure on retailers to adapt to an omni-channel experience, are also throwing up challenges when it comes to flexibility in global sourcing.http://www.just-style.com/management-briefing/supply-chain-challenges_id117320.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraTue, 02 Apr 2013 09:50:00 GMTThe latest issues and innovations in garment sizing and fit will be the focus of a new one-day seminar being organised by the ASBCI (Association of Suppliers to the British Clothing Industry) next month.http://www.just-style.com/news/speakers-line-up-for-apparel-size-and-fit-seminar_id117247.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraTue, 12 Mar 2013 15:02:00 GMTFormal men's wear maker Jack Victor has integrated Lectra product development and production solutions within its Montreal-based manufacturing operation.http://www.just-style.com/news/lectra-helps-jack-victor-optimise-production_id117061.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraFri, 22 Feb 2013 14:00:00 GMTFit company Alvanon is set to launch standard AlvaForm fit mannequins for the Mexican market next week, based on its analysis of the recent Size Mexico body scan campaign. http://www.just-style.com/news/alvanon-launches-fit-mannequins-for-mexico_id116841.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraFri, 01 Feb 2013 11:18:00 GMTApparel industry technology solutions provider Lectra has appointed Paul Epperson as vice president of sales, manufacturing for North America, tasked with helping firms in North America optimise their cutting rooms and reduce manufacturing costs.http://www.just-style.com/news/lectra-appoints-epperson-as-vp-of-sales-manufacturing_id116821.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraWed, 30 Jan 2013 15:11:00 GMTJapanese women's wear manufacturer and retailer Trans-Global Merchandise (TGM) is adopting Lectra Fashion PLM to help to improve product development workflow and communication.http://www.just-style.com/news/trans-global-merchandise-adopts-lectra-fashion-plm_id116633.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraFri, 11 Jan 2013 16:56:00 GMTSoftware and systems supplier Lectra has named Rikako Shinonaga as managing director for Japan, as part of the company's strategy to strengthen its presence in the country.http://www.just-style.com/news/lectra-names-shinonaga-as-md-for-japan_id116583.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraWed, 09 Jan 2013 09:17:00 GMTFashion brand Façonnable has implemented Lectra Fashion PLM to help boost business growth by streamlining the development of its collections.http://www.just-style.com/news/façonnable-implements-lectra-fashion-plm_id116337.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraWed, 05 Dec 2012 14:37:00 GMTOnline solutions provider DeSL has appointed Marc Friedman as vice president of sales for North America. http://www.just-style.com/news/desl-appoints-friedman-as-north-america-sales-vp_id115884.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraMon, 22 Oct 2012 13:59:00 GMTTechnology firm Lectra has expanded its marketing teams with two new appointments across its global business.http://www.just-style.com/news/lectra-expands-marketing-teams_id115864.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraFri, 19 Oct 2012 10:27:00 GMTJapanese fashion retailer Baroque has implemented the Lectra Fashion PLM system to help streamline development and communication for its Moussy brand - and is planning to extend the rollout to its Sly and other brands before the end of the year.http://www.just-style.com/news/baroque-streamlines-development-with-fashion-plm_id115691.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraMon, 01 Oct 2012 14:48:00 GMTOptiTex, the developer of 2D and 3D CAD systems for the fashion industry, is growing its business in Italy and expanding into the Asia-Pacific region with a new office in Hong Kong.http://www.just-style.com/news/optitex-embarks-on-expansion-in-italy-and-asia_id115507.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=lectraMon, 10 Sep 2012 16:14:00 GMT