The IAF and ITC report titled Under the Banyan Tree: Buyers and Suppliers in Fashion will be showcased in a 45-minute webinar, scheduled for 3 PM CET, and will feature key insights from the report, authored by John Thorbeck, alongside presentations from industry leaders.
The webinar will present how manufacturers can align supply chain processes with sustainability initiatives to create greater market and social value.
Six case studies featured in the report will provide insights into real-world applications of the Shared Risk/Reward model across different product and market segments.
Speakers will include Brad Ballentine from MAS Holdings, who will discuss how supply chain agility contributes to business and social outcomes, and Gonçalo Cruz of PlatformE, who will present how digital 3D technology enhances supply chain flexibility.
Additionally, James Theuerkauf from Syrup Tech will explain how AI-driven planning helps brands reduce inventory and demand risk while supporting sustainability efforts.
The report emphasises the connection between sustainability and financial productivity, underscoring that overproduction hinders capital investment in sustainable practices.
