What if AI could upgrade the your apparel game? Sound cool right? With the constant advancements in the new-age tech, especially AI, this dream might come true.
The apparel manufacturing industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, facing challenges such as supply chain complexities, demand for sustainability, and the pressure to innovate. From developing innovative eco-friendly fabrics to utilizing AI for trend forecasting, science is reimagining what’s possible in apparel manufacturing.
But with the use of AI-powered design forecasting and tech-enabled in-time manufacturing, the fashion sector can be given a makeover. In conversation with Free Press Journal, Ritesh Khandelwal, Co-Founder, ZYOD on how the fusion of technology with design is pivotal in driving sustainability, efficiency, and inclusivity.
How crucial is the integration of science and technology in the fashion manufacturing process ?
The integration of science and technology in the fashion manufacturing process is no longer optional; it is essential for ensuring efficiency, innovation, and sustainability. As the fashion industry continues to evolve, brands must adapt to rapidly changing consumer preferences and global trends, or the risk being left behind is high.
Science and technology have a vital role in streamlining production, enhancing product quality, reducing waste, and catering to real-time market demands.
How is ZYOD integrating the same to cater to evolving consumer demands and trends?
At ZYOD, we have a tech-first approach that ensures faster turnarounds, lower waste, and higher precision while catering to consumer preferences and keeping it as a top-notch priority. Leveraging technology such as AI-driven trend forecasting to smart manufacturing that optimizes production cycles, we are redefining how fashion is made.
In what ways can scientific breakthroughs help brands shift from fast fashion to more responsible, circular models?
Integration of science and technology aids in creating smarter, longer-lasting, eco-friendly garments through the use of fabrics that self-repair, biodegrade, or are upcycled.
With access to cutting-edge technology, brands can ensure utmost transparency and track the journey of every garment prepared, from ethical sourcing, reducing waste while preparing the garments and reducing carbon emissions through AI and automation as it helps to produce only what’s needed, cutting excess stock and landfills.
How does ZYOD use automation to optimize production and reduce manual labour in manufacturing?
AI-driven design forecasting backed by data tracked globally to analyze key elements such as trends, consumer behavior, sales data, market behaviour aids in preparing designs beforehand leading to produce collections in alignment to demands leading to no overproduction, no dead stock.
At ZYOD, we have adopted a just-in-time manufacturing model. With Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs) as low as 100 units, brands gain the flexibility to test designs and respond instantly to market shifts without the risk of surplus stock or dead stock. Also, incorporation of smart technology along with ERP solutions are crucial to achieve a transparent process, from fabric sourcing to its packaging.
How do you see the future of fashion evolving with advancements in science and technology?
The future of fashion is not just changing, it is on its way for a revolution with technological advancements. Backed by science and technology, the manufacturing process is discarding the traditional functionality of production and embracing newer, smarter ways.
From waiting for global trends to seep into respective countries to using AI to predict upcoming trends, and from relying on fresh resources to adopting upcycled, eco-friendly, and self-cleaning fabrics, fashion is evolving towards a more sustainable and tech-driven future.
What specific initiatives ZYOD is taking to reduce the fashion industry’s carbon footprint through science-driven solutions?
At ZYOD, we are committed to tackling the fashion industry's environmental challenges by implementing science-driven solutions that derive an impact. The process to bring a change should begin from its inception. Through our cutting-edge technology, smarter manufacturing processes and use of sustainable fabrics we are aiming to change the way the apparel industry functions.
Through global data analysis and AI forecasting, we predict expected and upcoming trends, reducing overproduction and the pressure to clear inventory to make way for new designs.