12 October 2023
It’s the first field trip of the year! It was astonishing to see how AI and technology can assist the designing and manufacturing process for an apparel manufacturing company. Some highlight points:
- advanced machinery is expensive, requires economies of scale and retained earnings to purchase/lease
- AI introduces efficiency in the designing process
- printing can be done in an eco-friendly manner using specialized paints and equipment
- sewing is counted in minutes
Key Takeaway points: From the starting point of my business, it would be best and most efficient to partner with companies with existing machinery and equipment, or perhaps look into renting options. Due to the made to order nature of my future business, economies of scale would not be a consideration. Using AI and technology for form fitting and pattern design would be my focus areas where it can cut some of my manufacturing costs and processes. On a lower priority, I would investigate the types of textiles that can be printed using eco-friendly ink.