An Internet oriented custom-fit production approach for apparel industry
In the apparel industry, the new trend is to switch from mass production to custom-fit (personal) production. Using this method, manufacturers can rapidly produce models with the customer's body measurements. In this study, we developed a software tool to help customers and manufacturers for custom-fit production. Customers can generate different models using reusable components that are provided from related apparel manufacturer via the Internet. Customers can also easily take their body measurements with this tool. The idea is to prepare user-friendly software for having customer's own designs with proper body measurements in their houses via personal computers and other communication appliances. To create a cost-effective solution, Internet infrastructure is chosen.
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