FMAD 1110: Fashion Fundamentals Textbook: 6.3 Product Development Technology

Product Development Technology

• Body Scanners- Creates a digital scan of the human body with accurate measurements for product development. (see video below)
• Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)- Tags with electronic sensors to help track movement of products. (see video below)
• Product Life Cycle Management (PLM)- system within manufacturer that helps link data for more efficient product management to help with cost savings, speed to market, and lead times.
• Supply Chain Management (SCM)- Assists companies in data sharing for forecasting, inventory, supply-demand, and point of sales.