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Forging the Future: The Resurgence of American Manufacturing

Joseph Altieri

4 days ago4 min read

Forging the Future: The Resurgence of American Manufacturing

The revitalization of American manufacturing is not just a return to tradition but a bold leap toward innovation, sustainability, and...

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Rebuilding American Manufacturing: Strategies for a Resilient Future

Joseph Altieri

Dec 1210 min read

Rebuilding American Manufacturing: Strategies for a Resilient Future

The story of American manufacturing is one of ingenuity and perseverance, but it is also a tale of profound transformation. Over the past...

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The Road Not Taken: How Ignoring Deming's Philosophy Shaped the Fate of American Manufacturing and Global Geopolitics.

Joseph Altieri

Dec 74 min read

The Road Not Taken: How Ignoring Deming's Philosophy Shaped the Fate of American Manufacturing and Global Geopolitics.

In the decades following World War II, American manufacturing reigned supreme, commanding global markets with unmatched resources,...

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Strategic Threads: A Comprehensive SWOT Analysis of Domestic Apparel Production"

Joseph Altieri

Nov 267 min read

Strategic Threads: A Comprehensive SWOT Analysis of Domestic Apparel Production"

What is a SWOT Analysis? A SWOT analysis is a strategic planning tool used to evaluate the Strengths , Weaknesses , Opportunities , and...

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Joseph Altieri

Nov 169 min read

THEY TOOK OUR JOBS!

Maybe we just gave them away. Movement of Manufacturing Out of the Country: The outsourcing of manufacturing to other countries began...

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"Launching Your Embroidery Business in New Jersey: A Step-by-Step Guide to Legal Setup and Marketing Success"

Joseph Altieri

Oct 53 min read

"Launching Your Embroidery Business in New Jersey: A Step-by-Step Guide to Legal Setup and Marketing Success"

1. Legal and State Requirements in New Jersey A. Business Structure and Registration Choose a Business Structure : Decide whether to...

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Strategic Insights: Navigating the Terrain of Production Planning.

Joseph Altieri

May 145 min read

Strategic Insights: Navigating the Terrain of Production Planning.

Production planning and control (PPC) in the apparel industry refers to a specific set of activities and processes involved in managing...

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Joseph Altieri

Apr 272 min read

"Who Owns Luxury? Exploring the Debate Over Brand Ownership of Logos and Images After Consumer Purchases"

Chanel has filed a lawsuit against a small woman-owned business for what they claim is trademark infringement under the “Lanham Act”. The...

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Joseph Altieri

Apr 11 min read

Threads of Innovation: Bridging Tradition and Technology in Fabric Spreading.

In this digital age, innovation continually reshapes every facet of our lives, including traditional practices deeply rooted in culture...

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Joseph Altieri

Mar 243 min read

Slice and Dice: Mastering the Art of Cut Planning

Cut planning is the logical division of an order quantity into lays (spreads) of fabric so that the desired number of garment pieces can...

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Unveiling Opportunities: A Comprehensive SWOT Analysis

Joseph Altieri

Feb 291 min read

Unveiling Opportunities: A Comprehensive SWOT Analysis

A SWOT analysis for the near-shoring of fashion items: Strengths: Reduced lead times for production and delivery Improved quality control...

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Joseph Altieri

Feb 172 min read

The ABC's of SOP's

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) A Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is a detailed, written set of instructions or guidelines that...

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Joseph Altieri

Feb 82 min read

The Cost of Doing Business?

https://good-people.co/2023/10/24/the-cost-of-a-wrong-hire/ Making a bad hire can have significant implications across various aspects of...

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Joseph Altieri

Oct 6, 20214 min read

It's Only Fabric!

“It’s Only Fabric.” This one statement made my head spin … made me see red … put me at a loss for words. You get the idea. Yes, I heard...

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Joseph Altieri

Aug 4, 20218 min read

Vision to Reality

Every piece of art and architecture starts with a vison. The same is true in the “Rag Business”. Sometimes it starts with an idea … a...

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Joseph Altieri

Jul 5, 20212 min read

The "Rag" Business

Growing up in a the house of a tailor is not the same as other kids. All my clothing was tailor-made. I didn't own my first pair of jeans...

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