At a time when the fashion industry is undergoing profound change, brands need to streamline the garment production chain. Changes in the consumers’ habits, relocalization, traceability, innovation… to stay competitive, fashion and retail companies need to equip themselves with high-performance digital tools.
Thanks to its advanced and flexible functionalities, a PLM enables you to manage the development of your collections with agility and efficiency. It meets a number of strategic challenges and offers your teams a unique space for collaboration.
Product typologies
The specifics of PLM in the luxury & fashion industries
Creative process management
A PLM software provides a structured framework for managing the creative process in the luxury and fashion sector, facilitating collaboration between designers, stylists and product development teams, while preserving the artistic integrity of the brand. The integration of this tool with the Adobe suite (Illustrator / Photoshop) enables creative teams to work in a familiar environment, facilitating PLM adoption.
Collection & product line management
For luxury and fashion brands with multiple collections and product lines, a PLM software helps to efficiently structure and organize the entire product portfolio, making it easier to plan, monitor and manage assortments.
Cost management
For these top-of-the-range brands, the Cost of Goods Sold is precisely calculated on the basis of the nomenclature and a duly negotiated manufacturing price. A PLM enables to carry out simulations at different manufacturers and take actions on the materials used if necessary. The tool also offers margin calculations to guarantee business objectives.
Management of materials and finishes
In a sector where the quality of materials and finishes is paramount, a PLM software enables efficient management of collection materials and their development (samples, color development). The specifications and technical requirements will be used to define the quality tests needed to guarantee top-of-the-range products that comply with brand standards and consumer expectations.
Integration with other systems and tools
A PLM software is a major component of the Information System, and must be integrated into every company’s ecosystem. It is the master tool for Material & Product Data upstream of ERP. It also often communicates with a PIM or e-commerce platform, enabling seamless collaboration between different teams and functions.
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