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Textile Exchange published a comprehensive report, “The Future of Synthetics”, detailing a roadmap towards a more sustainable future for #synthetic #fibres in the textile industry. Synthetic fibres make up more than 60% of the volume of all textile fibres used in a range of commercial products such as apparel, home textile, and footwear. However, synthetic fibres are inherently unsustainable due to the fossil fuels used in their production, like petrochemicals. All of these have exacerbated a plethora of environmental issues, such as #water #pollution and #greenhousegas emissions. Follow the link to learn about the key takeaways from Textile Exchange’s report: https://lnkd.in/g6uKjMP6 #corporateresponsibility #sustainability 

Great news from Hong Kong! This week we had an inspiring meeting with our team from Otto International, we reviewed the progress of our new sourcing strategy:   #Science-Based Targets: We discussed the implications and opportunities of these regulations for our procurement process. It's inspiring to see how we can adapt while simultaneously making a positive contribution to environmental protection.   #HR and Inspection Supply Chain Software: Working with our partners Workday and TradeBeyond, we implemented new modules in these systems to significantly advance in the digitalization of our internal processes. We are making progress in how consistently we manage our business around the world.   #Business Opportunities with New Clients: We are expanding our network of customers considerably and are looking forward to collaborating with new partners.   As you can see, an exciting trip. We are ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.   #OttoGroup #OttoInternational #Innovation #Transformation #Sustainability

We are happy to have our featuringlimited General Manager, Katharina Bobrowski, speak at the Browzwear Hong Kong User Seminar! In her talk, she touched on how featuring LIMITED, our 3D design competence centre, has developed Digital Product Creation (DPC) that goes beyond #3Dvirtualisation. featuring’s approach to utilising technology to create value for customers is a testament to its commitment to #innovation and #excellence. Congratulations, Katharina, on an informative and engaging session, and thank you for sharing your experience!

Last week, Aurélie Rob, our featuringlimited Digi-hub Manager, led a discussion at Fashion Tech Week Dhaka! During her discussion, Aurelie covered the advantages of utilizing #3Ddesign in the fashion industry. She is joined by Asif Ibrahim, Vice Chairman of New Age Group of Industries, Harsh Kumar, Business Development Manager at CLO Virtual Fashion Inc., Akib Rahman, Director of HAMS Group, and Zarin Tasneem Rashid, Director and Head of R&D at TRZ Garments. Together, they discussed topics such as how #3Dtechnology shortens the product development cycle, 3D design and environmental #sustainability, how businesses can adapt to the changes associated with 3D design, and much more. We are dedicated to keeping up with the #digitalinnovations and latest industry trends to support our retailers and manufacturers to move towards digital workflows. Thank you, Aurelie, for sharing your expertise and experiences! featuring Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Otto International.

Almost half of all garments are made of cotton. However, conventional cotton production can have adverse effects on local communities and the surrounding #ecosystem, threatening water and soil quality and increasing greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, many cotton farmers have switched to genetically modified seeds to make their plants resistant to fungi and other diseases, posing severe threats to biodiversity. On the quest for more #sustainablefashion, other natural fibres have increasingly come into focus. One of the new innovative and sustainable options is pineapple leaf fibres. In recent years, the use of pineapple fibres has become more popular as the textile industry seeks out #sustainable and #innovative alternatives. Follow the link to learn more about pineapple leaf fibres: https://lnkd.in/gfEg4ekf

Celebrating a milestone in global teamwork! Recently, our Global TPD team got together to celebrate their first milestone. Our colleagues from 13 locations got together for an online celebration. The event started with colleagues introducing their local teams, traditions, and video office tours from some of our locations. Our Otto International and bonprix teams shared their key achievements while reaching their first milestone, as well as their goals for their next steps to better support bonprix’s fashion ambitions and further our #3D #productdevelopment goals. The Global TPD team has worked hard to elevate #global #collaboration to a new level. They have run a number of International Collaboration and Culture Awareness workshops, developed by our talent team, to bring us closer to our one Global Team commitment. This celebration reflects not only our team’s dedication but also sets an example for future success through the power of global #teamwork and a shared vision. Thank you to the team for your hard work and we look forward to breaking new ground!

Life@Oi: Spotlighting our people At Otto International, we believe that our people are at the core of everything we do. With that principle in mind, we are excited to kickstart our Life@Oi campaign! Our #globalteams span over 20 countries and, as such, are comprised of global-minded, #innovative people who all have different stories. To shine a light on these individuals, we started a series highlighting our colleagues who, together, illustrate all the stories within our organisation. Our first feature spotlights Ernest Tai and Vivian Li, our Strategy and Development Project Leads based in Hong Kong! Follow the link to read about how Ernest and Vivian embody the spirit of Life@Oi: https://lnkd.in/g5FgwRMJ #LifeatOi #EmployeeSpotlight 

Every year, approximately 92 million tonnes of #clothingwaste ends up in landfills. While the textile industry has made enormous strides in shifting towards more sustainable practices, the issue of waste still remains a pressing topic. featuringlimited has constantly prioritised #digitaltools to keep up with #sustainablepractices, as well as leaving a positive impact on the environment. Their approach to tackling landfill waste is four-pronged: material virtualisation, digital pattern development, #3D style creation, and product sales and marketing. The article was originally published by featuring LIMITED, a wholly owned subsidiary of Otto International. Learn more about them on their LinkedIn page. #digitalinnovation #featuringlimited #digitaltransformation 

We were proud to have our Division Manager, Bjoern Herzog, speak at the Otto Group’s “Future Day for Pupils” event where they discussed #careertrajectory and job profiles with teenagers.   Alongside colleagues from OTTO, bonprix, and Hermes, Bjoern had the opportunity to give two talks at the event. He covered topics such as his journey at the Otto Group, how Otto International works for their customers, and the benefits and challenges of working within an #international arena.   Thank you, Bjoern, for sharing your experiences and for representing Otto International!   #youthdevelopment 

In recent weeks our offices have buzzed with excitement, each hosting their own #annualevents. These events are not only about acknowledging hard work over the last year but also about celebrating our #people. From dinners to exciting activities, each event was unique and captured our local offices’ spirit. Here are some of the highlights: ▪ Our Hong Kong office transformed into a casino, where everyone tried their luck at some classic games. ▪ Our Hamburg office part their art skills to work through an Art Night, where they drew their interpretations of “No Drama Llama”. ▪ Our Dongguan, Qingdao, Bangkok, and Dhaka offices had a change of pace with game nights in their respective offices. ▪ Our Shanghai and Vietnam offices celebrated with a number of vibrant numbers showcasing our colleagues’ talents. Thank you to our teams for organising these events: we are looking forward to next year’s!