Supply Chain Transformation
Fashion Forward,Future Conscious
What should SCT
deliver?
Inventory Optimization and demand forecasting - cost reduction, Improved Visibility and Transparency
Ethical Sourcing and Sustainability - Improve Compliance and regulatory adherence
Increased Efficiency and productivity - Improving speed to market and responsiveness
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Assessment And Strategy Development
Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the existing supply chain processes, challenges, and inefficiencies.
Analyse market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor strategies.
Define clear goals, KPIs, and desired outcomes (e.g., faster lead times, cost reductions, sustainability targets).
Develop a strategic roadmap for transformation with timelines, priorities, and key milestones.
Technology And System Integration
Identify and invest in technologies like AI, machine learning, cloud-based platforms, and automation tools.
Upgrade or replace legacy systems for better data visibility and collaboration across the supply chain (e.g., ERP, WMS, TMS).
Implement advanced forecasting, inventory management, and demand planning tools to improve decision-making.
Develop a centralised data infrastructure for real-time insights and data sharing across suppliers, logistics, and retail outlets.
Process Redesign and optimization
Redesign procurement, production, and logistics processes to reduce bottlenecks and improve speed to market.
Implement lean principles to minimise waste and improve overall efficiency (e.g., optimising stock levels, reducing lead times).
Supplier And Partner Collaboration
Foster closer relationships with key suppliers and establish clear communication channels.
Collaborate on shared goals, such as sustainability, product quality, and lead time reduction.
Implement supplier performance management systems and establish clear metrics for accountability.
Ensure that supply partners adopt technologies and processes aligned with the retailer's transformation objectives.
Sustainability And Ethical Practices Implementation
Develop and implement sustainability criteria for suppliers and manufacturers, such as using eco-friendly materials and reducing carbon footprints.
Promote transparency and traceability through technologies like blockchain to ensure ethical labour practices and sustainable sourcing.
Establish circular economy practices, such as recycling, product life extension, or clothing take-back programs.
Align with industry certifications and standards (e.g., Fair Trade, Global Organic Textile Standard) to strengthen sustainability efforts.
Change Management And Training
Engage employees and stakeholders early in the process to build support for the transformation.
Provide extensive training programs to ensure that staff can effectively use new systems, tools, and processes.
Establish change management frameworks to handle resistance and ensure smooth transitions.
Monitoring Analytics, And Continuous Improvement
Set up dashboards and reporting tools to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, inventory turnover, and cost savings.
Regularly review data and performance to identify areas for further optimisation.
Collect feedback from employees, suppliers, and customers to refine processes and technologies.
Stay ahead of emerging trends (e.g., new technologies, shiftingconsumer behaviours) and adapt the supply chainstrategyaccordingly.
Scaling And Expansion
Replicate successful transformation strategies across additional regions, product lines, or new markets.
Expand the use of automation and AI to scale operations without significantly increasing costs.
Adjust supply chain models to support omnichannel retailing, including direct-to-consumer (D2C) or online- to-offline (O2O) integration.
Vinesh Advani
Supply Chain Transformation Leader
- A dynamic business advisor with strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills and ambition, combined with excellent social and networking skills developed over the last 25 years in profession.
- Extensive business operations, risk management and project management experience across multiple industries.
- A competent strategist capable of developing innovative plans and activities designed to facilitate competitive growth and competitive superiority.
- Possesses excellent interpersonal, communication and the ability to influence decisions and to develop positive relationships both internally and externally.
- Enjoys being part of, as well as managing, motivating, training and developing, a successful and productive high performing team.
Over 25 years experience in manufacturing textiles, clothing, footwear and accessories for major retailers and fashion brands around the World. Establishing and partnering with factories in China, India and Bangladesh that not only comply with current industry standards but also have a proven track record on quality, competitive pricing and delivering on time. I am passionate about driving improvements across the supply chain delivering scalability, margin uplift and operational efficiency. I also take pride in the quality control systems and processes I have implemented across my factories over the years which has inherently improved customer loyalty and brand awareness.