As of 2025, BoF Insights reports that a growing share of fashion brands are restructuring their product development workflows around digital-first processes, driven by shorter trend cycles and mounting sustainability pressure. ERP systems are no longer back-office tools; when connected
As of 2026, industry reports from sources such as McKinsey and Business of Fashion highlight accelerated investment in digital product creation across U.S. apparel companies, particularly among enterprise groups and mid-sized brands seeking faster sample approval cycles and reduced material
As of Q1 2026, Business of Fashion Insights reports that 60% of mid-to-large fashion brands now plan to adopt virtual prototyping as a core part of their product development workflow, driven by AI advancements and net-zero sustainability pledges. The global
As of Q1 2026, the Business of Fashion-McKinsey State of Fashion report confirms that over 35 percent of fashion executives are now using generative AI in customer service, image creation, and product discovery. For decision-makers evaluating 3D and AI workflows, …
As of 2026, industry analyses from McKinsey and BoF Insights highlight that digital product creation and AI-assisted workflows are moving from pilot projects into core operations for apparel brands, particularly as demand volatility and shorter trend cycles pressure traditional development
As of 2025, industry research from McKinsey and Business of Fashion indicates that digital product creation has moved from experimentation into scaled deployment, with apparel companies embedding 3D workflows across design, sampling, and merchandising. In 2026, AI is no longer
As of 2025, industry reports from Business of Fashion and McKinsey highlight that digital product creation is moving from pilot projects into core operations for apparel brands, driven by demand for shorter development cycles and improved margin control. In 2026, …
As of 2026, industry analyses from McKinsey and BoF Insights indicate that fashion brands are under increasing pressure to shorten development cycles, reduce overproduction, and digitize workflows, with many organizations actively restructuring their product creation pipelines to remain competitive.
As of 2026, industry reports from BoF Insights and McKinsey highlight a measurable shift: brands are compressing product development cycles while facing tighter margins, rising sustainability scrutiny, and increased demand volatility. The traditional 18–24 month apparel calendar is no longer
As of Q1 2026, the Business of Fashion-McKinsey State of Fashion report confirms that over 35 percent of fashion executives are now using generative AI in customer service, image creation, and product discovery, marking a decisive shift from experimental adoption …