Will robots replace garment workers in future?
Will robots one day be able to take over almost all production steps in clothing manufacturing and if so, what would this mean for garment workers? Just Style investigates.
04 January 2024
04 January 2024
Will robots one day be able to take over almost all production steps in clothing manufacturing and if so, what would this mean for garment workers? Just Style investigates.
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