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This research investigated how adopting blockchain technology will strategically place footwear companies in a competitive market. The article attempted to answer three central research questions: (1) Should a footwear company adopt blockchain technology in its supply chain? (2) What can footwear companies gain from the adoption? (3) Where can the blockchain position the footwear companies in the competitive market if the implementation of the technology is in the supply chain? First, we explored the business model and the features of the footwear industry and examined the blockchain technology, which provided the information from the characteristics of the industry and the advantages of the technology as the inputs of the TOWS matrix. Next, the author highlighted what benefits the footwear companies could get from the adoption of the technology based on the TOWS matrix analysis. Also, the author analyzed where the blockchain would position the company if the adoption of the technology is in the supply chain by investigating the definition and characteristics of the disruptive technology and Roger’s diffusion of innovations theory. Finally, the author concluded that technology still holds for promise though the implementation of the technology has several barriers and challenges, given the potential of the technology. In terms of the scope of this research, this chapter focused on catering to the needs of footwear giants (i.e., Nike, Adidas) due to their urgent needs of creating a transparent and traceable supply chain.
Hao Cui; Karen K. Leonas. Blockchain Technology in Footwear Supply Chain. Textile Science and Clothing Technology 2020, 23 -56.
AMA StyleHao Cui, Karen K. Leonas. Blockchain Technology in Footwear Supply Chain. Textile Science and Clothing Technology. 2020; ():23-56.
Chicago/Turabian StyleHao Cui; Karen K. Leonas. 2020. "Blockchain Technology in Footwear Supply Chain." Textile Science and Clothing Technology , no. : 23-56.
As the textile, apparel, fashion, and retail industries move to become more sustainable, an area of interest is the use of recycled fiber, yarn, fabric, and product content in the development and production of new products. The decision to use recycled materials in products must occur during design and product development and continue throughout the manufacturing processes. There are several recognized stages in recycling collection, processing, and then use in a new product. Recycled materials used in textile and apparel products can be obtained throughout the textile and apparel supply chain and post-consumer collection methods. The use of recycled raw materials aligns with the larger movements of global industries toward a circular economy (vs. linear) and working to achieve a closed-loop production cycle. This chapter reviews the textile and apparel industry, factors that have influenced the generation and use of waste and recycling processes currently used today. Selected brands that have programs and products that contain recycled content are identified here.
Karen K. Leonas. The Use of Recycled Fibers in Fashion and Home Products. Textile Science and Clothing Technology 2016, 55 -77.
AMA StyleKaren K. Leonas. The Use of Recycled Fibers in Fashion and Home Products. Textile Science and Clothing Technology. 2016; ():55-77.
Chicago/Turabian StyleKaren K. Leonas. 2016. "The Use of Recycled Fibers in Fashion and Home Products." Textile Science and Clothing Technology , no. : 55-77.