Summary of the online seminar "Making strategic choices to stay competitive in and after COVID-19"

In the ninth seminar, which is jointly organized by GIZ FABRIC and the International Apparel Federation (IAF), we will hear from producers about different strategies to remain competitive in difficult times. Recent data from production countries give a generally somber picture of the textile and garment industry. Although orders are coming in, there is still uncertainty about upcoming purchases for early 2021 and beyond. To ensure liquidity, many producers turned to PPE early on, resulting in the rapid saturation of the market. This seminar introduces alternative pathways for the industry, whether through accelerated digitization, developing new markets or moving towards sustainability.