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DEEPAK MOHINDRA
(Editor-In-Chief)
EDITOR'S DESK -

JANUARY - 2012

If you wish to look like the �Phantom� the ghost who walks or �Spiderman� only then
would you look for some revolutionary development in the sewing technology,
such as a robot holding the fabric at sub-zero temperature to give it rigidity for
easy grasping and to pave the way for accurate stitching� but then do we really
want that!
Because that is what we would achieve if we are looking at robotic revolutionary
ideas in sewing� you can safely say goodbye to fashion of today, which is also
gatherings and pin tucks and to a number of other fashion techniques� I would
rather be happy with small innovations in technology to improve performance
and functionality of the machines and take it to be the only way forward for the
time being�
The same small innovations and influences of 2011 have been highlighted in
StitchWorld as eight major trends of the year that are impacting factories today
and will continue to do so going into 2012� I invite you to critically analyze the
influences and share your opinions and experiences.
Not that these trends are anything new, because all of them have been covered by
us at one point of time or the other in the last one year� taking cue from earlier
years. The most interesting trend of course is the direction of new developments
in sewing technology, where the underlining emphasis is on the resurfacing of old
innovations to meet the new challenges. Many technologies that came before their
time are now claiming attention for the edge they give to manufacturing.
The other really strong trend is sustainability, which is no longer a choice prompting
many companies both machine manufacturers and garment manufacturers to come
forward to take on their responsibility� knowingly and willingly. While the machine
manufacturers are looking at sustainable ways of manufacturing, using sustainable
material to manufacture and ensure that the performance of the machine is also
sustainable, garment manufacturers have build in sustainability in processes and are
now increasingly looking at �Green Buildings� that are ecologically smart and made
using sustainable materials.
The other trends are reflection of what is happening on ground zero from shortage
of labour to alignment and realignment of technology providers to offer complete
solutions to the industry.
Despite the gloomy scenario created by financial managers the textile and garment
industry is still on a firm footing with minor blips in the bottom line� I am
confident that 2012 will dare� As I always say, the Indian garment manufacturer is
very resilient and his spirit of survival is strong!
I extend my good wishes for the New Year and look forward to a bountiful 2012�
Deepak Mohindra
Editor-in-Chief

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