DFN Webinar 5: The Push and Pull of Reimagining Fashion 

Speaker: Leslie Holden, Co-Founder - The Digital Fashion Group.
The presentation delves into the transformative impact of Industry 4.0 on production and consumption, emphasizing the need for a digital supply chain that prioritizes transparency and efficiency. It distinguishes between digitization and digitalization, advocating for the latter as a means to catalyse business model transformation through enhanced processes and data utilization. While recognizing the buzz surrounding concepts like the Metaverse and AI, Holden, underscores the practical application of digitalization for sustainability. Case studies presented by experts underscore the potential of on-demand manufacturing and digital product creation in minimizing waste and streamlining supply chains. In essence, the talk champions Industry 4.0 as a pivotal force in reshaping traditional production paradigms towards a more transparent, efficient, and sustainable model. It underscores the importance of practical approaches to digitalization in addressing contemporary challenges while envisioning a future where technology empowers both global and local facets of fashion production.