The Reset Fashion event, led by John S. Thorbeck, Chairman of Chainge Capital LLC, brought together industry pioneers to reimagine the future of fashion. This unique gathering focused on practical, forward-thinking strategies to address the challenges of overproduction, waste, and sustainability while reshaping the fashion supply chain to align with modern demands.
Speakers such as José Pires (Senior Partner at Kaizen Institute), James Stewart (Former Director of Lean Transformation at Burberry), Ahmed Zaidi (Catalyst AI, University of Cambridge), and Gonçalo Cruz (Co-founder & CEO of PlatformE) shared compelling insights and innovative approaches to transform industry operations. Central to the discussions was the need for agility and precision in responding to consumer demand. The event emphasized technologies like artificial intelligence, digital twins, and data analytics as tools to optimize production and eliminate inefficiencies within the fashion supply chain.
Reset Fashion went beyond identifying problems; it served as a collaborative forum for building solutions. Participants explored ways to reduce dead stock, enhance customization, and integrate sustainable practices at every stage of the fashion supply chain. The emphasis on collaboration between brands, technology providers, and supply chain experts highlighted the necessity of collective efforts to drive change.
Rather than presenting abstract ideas, Reset Fashion offered a clear roadmap for transformation, inspiring attendees to implement actionable strategies. The event set a benchmark for how the fashion supply chain and the industry as a whole can evolve – not just to meet environmental and consumer expectations but to lead with innovation and responsibility.
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