Top stories this week on just-style include a look at how to build a balanced sourcing strategy, the publication by Primark of its global supplier list, Trump goes to Davos while NAFTA grinds on, and Lululemon Athletica’s CEO, Laurent Potdevin, exits over misconduct.
Supply chain trust is key to successful sourcing
There’s no “golden ticket” when it comes to building a balanced sourcing strategy, especially when faced with the need for faster speed-to-market and customer demands for ‘buy now/wear now’, according to Angela Gaskell, head of sourcing and compliance manager at UK-based plus-size fashion retailer N Brown Group. But understanding your customer, identifying the right strategy for your company, building trust and working in partnership with your suppliers are all steps in the right direction.
Primark publishes global sourcing map
Primark has published its global supplier list just weeks after the UK value retailer was amongst a number of fashion brands criticised for not publicly disclosing the factories that produce their clothes.
Financial market ‘corrections’ – should you worry?
US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?
Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.
By GlobalDataThe last 24 hours have seen a wave of sell-offs on global stock markets. Is there cause for concern? Yes, but there is also a need for some perspective and there is no reason to believe that a global economic recession is imminent or inevitable.
Trump goes to Davos as uncertainty abounds
Trump goes to Davos while NAFTA grinds on, the dollar tumbles, and uncertainty reigns. Robert Antoshak, managing director at Olah Inc, tries to unravel what it might mean – if anything – for the textile and clothing sector.
Lululemon CEO Potdevin exits over misconduct
The sudden departure of Lululemon Athletica’s CEO, Laurent Potdevin, amid allegations of misconduct will be a blow to the Canadian yogawear retailer, analysts have said.
