Global Sourcing in the Textile and Apparel Industry, 3rd Edition examines the crucial function of global sourcing in the textile and apparel industries, providing practical insight into both how and why global sourcing is pursued. Over 95 percent of today's textile and apparel products are globally sourced, making sourcing one of the most important business functions in the industry. Chapters include step-by-step global sourcing procedures and explore the theoretical, political, economic, social, and environmental implications of sourcing decisions with an emphasis on sustainability. Case studies and learning activities are based on the author's extensive industry experience and address current issues that professionals face every day.
New to this Edition:
? New content called "global sourcing in the news" throughout the chapters to make direct connections between theoretical principles and industry activities
? New discussion about the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and supply chain disruption on global sourcing
? Updated case studies at the end of each chapter offer real-life scenarios
? Updated trade regulations and agreements
? Now including video interviews with industry professionals
STUDIO Features Include:
? Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips
? Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions
? Watch videos of industry professionals discussing real world experiences
Instructor Resources Include:
? Instructors Guide to help incorporate this text into the classroom
? PowerPoint slide decks for every chapter
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Dr. Jung E. Ha-Brookshire is Department Chair and Professor in the Department of Textile and Apparel Management at the University of Missouri. She has over 8 years of industry experiences in global sourcing, and has been teaching related topics for over 15 years. She received the Distinguished Scholar Award in 2021 from the International Textile and Apparel Association, Kemper Excellence for Teaching Award in 2017, and Fulbright Core Scholar award in 2015. She has published over 70 manuscripts in peer review journals and has recently consulted US Trade Representative for capacity strengthening in the Central American textile and apparel industries.
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University of Missouri, USA
Preface
Acknowledgements
About the Author
1. Introduction to Global Sourcing
2. Theoretical Perspective of Global Sourcing
3. Trends in Global Sourcing
4. Global Sourcing Options
5. Step 1: New Product Development
6. Step 2: Macro Environmental Analysis
7. Step 3: Micro-Level Supplier Analysis
8. Step 4: Purchase Order and Methods of Payment
9. Step 5: Preproduction, Production, and Quality Assurance
10. Step 6: Logistics and Importing Processes
11. Step 7: Sourcing Performance Evaluation
12. Current and Future of Global Sourcing
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
