Real Talk, Real Problems, Real Solutions
Sourcing Journal Summit (Now Virtual) Leading industry executives convene to address the myriad of challenges facing our business today.
Sourcing Journal is committed to bringing thought leaders to our international audience. In an effort to make this event inclusive to speakers and attendees across the globe, we have pivoted to a virtual format for the content portion of the event.
For those who are interested in additional networking, we will be hosting an in-person cocktail reception on October 19, immediately following the Summit. |
Inquire about group rates here.
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Raw Materials Outlook
As the debate over how big a threat inflation is to the economy and the industry continues to take place, there's no question that rising Raw Materials costs have already had an impact. With input prices setting multi-year highs, how long will this trend last? This outlook will survey the landscape and pinpoint the areas that have already begun to see higher prices, plus shine a light on what's ahead, and offer actionable strategies to offset these increases. |
Breaking the Inventory Cycle: Big Bets, Big Risks & Even Bigger Social Impact
Managing inventory is more puzzling today than ever before. With some countries and regions opening up faster than anticipated, consumers finally have reason to freshen up their wardrobes with clothes suitable for work, the gym, and social outings. That’s good news. But the spike in demand has caught the industry off guard—and with little to offer. |
Building Responsiveness: Workflows that deliver consumer-informed assortments
Making consumer-informed decisions takes more than just amassing data and insights. Ultimately fashion brands must create workflows that facilitate the absorption and collaboration of new, more dynamic information. Using a case study of HOKA ONE ONE, this panel will focus on how to chart a course toward a true digital transformation and illustrate the short- to mid-term milestones and action items companies can expect along the way. |
Circularity: Building the Infrastructure & Processes Toward Meaningful Change
As the industry’s environmental efforts mature, apparel has recognized that sustainability isn’t enough. To truly make a positive impact and transform fashion into a force for good, circularity must be the goal. |
Straight from the Source
A free form and candid conversation with leading manufacturers discussing unprecedented difficulties in the upstream supply chain. |
Orchestrating E-Fashion in Manufacturing
Are you digital, mobile and international? How do you compete with Shein? Amazon? Alibaba? This session redefines the 4 P’s for tomorrow’s retailers and suppliers: platform, process, product and purpose.
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