Published: November 18
For many consumers, the phrase “Made in America” packs a powerful punch. Those three words speak volumes of meaning about your product — evoking national pride and a sense of high quality while easing anxiety about offshore apparel sourcing, including looser industry regulations and concerns about working conditions abroad.
But for the apparel industry, “Made in America” has, in recent decades, come with a hefty price tag. The breakneck pace of fast fashion and pressure to keep prices low make volume production of apparel overseas a financially prudent decision for many United States apparel businesses.
However, some recent trends in the garment manufacturing industry are making reshoring — that is, bringing clothing manufactured back to the United States — a more viable, cost-effective option for companies that make fashion and footwear. Here are three of the top factors that make domestic apparel manufacturing an attractive option for fashion and footwear companies:
When considering whether to bring your apparel manufacturing back home, you need an ERP solution that will enable you to run an accurate cost/benefit analysis. ABS’s ERP software tailored for the apparel and fashion industry is an all-inclusive solution that gives you a full view of your business — from all points in your clothes manufacturing and distribution supply chain, to inventory management across multiple warehouses, to customer communications. Our costing modules support both domestic manufacturing and global sourcing to help you keep track of your costs.
Have questions? Contact ABS today to learn more.
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