What else is likely to be topping the apparel industry’s technology agenda this year? Tools that can introduce innovation into the product lifecycle – such as social connectivity, product personalisation and 2D/3D CAD and 3D printing – are all coming to the fore. Cloud-enabled technology and PLM are also high on the agenda for many fashion and apparel companies, as are data security, visibility into factory and environmental issues, and the rise in reshoring.
