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Forging the Future: The Resurgence of American Manufacturing
The revitalization of American manufacturing is not just a return to tradition but a bold leap toward innovation, sustainability, and...
Joseph Altieri
Dec 18, 20244 min read
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Rebuilding American Manufacturing: Strategies for a Resilient Future
The story of American manufacturing is one of ingenuity and perseverance, but it is also a tale of profound transformation. Over the past...
Joseph Altieri
Dec 12, 202410 min read
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The Road Not Taken: How Ignoring Deming's Philosophy Shaped the Fate of American Manufacturing and Global Geopolitics.
In the decades following World War II, American manufacturing reigned supreme, commanding global markets with unmatched resources,...
Joseph Altieri
Dec 7, 20244 min read
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Strategic Threads: A Comprehensive SWOT Analysis of Domestic Apparel Production"
What is a SWOT Analysis? A SWOT analysis is a strategic planning tool used to evaluate the Strengths , Weaknesses , Opportunities , and...
Joseph Altieri
Nov 26, 20247 min read
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THEY TOOK OUR JOBS!
Maybe we just gave them away. Movement of Manufacturing Out of the Country: The outsourcing of manufacturing to other countries began...
Joseph Altieri
Nov 16, 20249 min read
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"Launching Your Embroidery Business in New Jersey: A Step-by-Step Guide to Legal Setup and Marketing Success"
1. Legal and State Requirements in New Jersey A. Business Structure and Registration Choose a Business Structure : Decide whether to...
Joseph Altieri
Oct 5, 20243 min read
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Strategic Insights: Navigating the Terrain of Production Planning.
Production planning and control (PPC) in the apparel industry refers to a specific set of activities and processes involved in managing...
Joseph Altieri
May 14, 20245 min read
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"Who Owns Luxury? Exploring the Debate Over Brand Ownership of Logos and Images After Consumer Purchases"
Chanel has filed a lawsuit against a small woman-owned business for what they claim is trademark infringement under the “Lanham Act”. The...
Joseph Altieri
Apr 27, 20242 min read
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Threads of Innovation: Bridging Tradition and Technology in Fabric Spreading.
In this digital age, innovation continually reshapes every facet of our lives, including traditional practices deeply rooted in culture...
Joseph Altieri
Apr 1, 20241 min read
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Slice and Dice: Mastering the Art of Cut Planning
Cut planning is the logical division of an order quantity into lays (spreads) of fabric so that the desired number of garment pieces can...
Joseph Altieri
Mar 24, 20243 min read
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Unveiling Opportunities: A Comprehensive SWOT Analysis
A SWOT analysis for the near-shoring of fashion items: Strengths: Reduced lead times for production and delivery Improved quality control...
Joseph Altieri
Feb 29, 20241 min read
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The ABC's of SOP's
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) A Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is a detailed, written set of instructions or guidelines that...
Joseph Altieri
Feb 17, 20242 min read
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The Cost of Doing Business?
https://good-people.co/2023/10/24/the-cost-of-a-wrong-hire/ Making a bad hire can have significant implications across various aspects of...
Joseph Altieri
Feb 8, 20242 min read
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It's Only Fabric!
“It’s Only Fabric.” This one statement made my head spin … made me see red … put me at a loss for words. You get the idea. Yes, I heard...
Joseph Altieri
Oct 6, 20214 min read
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Vision to Reality
Every piece of art and architecture starts with a vison. The same is true in the “Rag Business”. Sometimes it starts with an idea … a...
Joseph Altieri
Aug 4, 20218 min read
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The "Rag" Business
Growing up in a the house of a tailor is not the same as other kids. All my clothing was tailor-made. I didn't own my first pair of jeans...
Joseph Altieri
Jul 5, 20212 min read
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