Seizing success in a turbulent year for fashionThree years on, it appears Covid was just the start of things to come for the fashion sourcing sector. The Russia-Ukraine war led to soaring inflation and a surge in the cost of goods on the back of higher fuel, shipment and raw material costs and greater pressure on fashion companies to clean up their supply chains or be held accountable under new laws.Of course, it’s not all doom and gloom. With legislation coming in, brands are forced to act more ethically and environmentally responsible, so there are benefits all round. There’s the emergence – or rather the rapid uptake – of tech like AI and robotics. Companies are increasingly digitizing their operations which is boosting efficiency and lowering inventory and returns, which is ultimately increasing profitability. Just Style caught up with apparel industry experts to learn what they think are the biggest opportunities and challenges in 2024. Bureau Veritas’ Rick Horwitch, Vice President, Global Retail Lead & Supply Chain Strategy, is featured in these briefings, along with other industry experts from Accenture UK, AAFA, International Apparel Federation, Lever Style and Gherzi Textile Organization. Just-style.com is the online news, insight and research portal for the apparel and textile industry. www.just-style.com.