From stitch to scale: RSGxLectra survey report
Inside the report, you’ll discover:
- Why overdevelopment is now the #1 concern across brands, retailers, and manufacturers
- How siloed teams and fragmented data are directly contributing to missed growth opportunities
- The hidden financial impact of manual processes and errors across the product lifecycle
- Why material planning accuracy remains rare—and how that drives up cost and waste
- What’s preventing companies from manufacturing closer to market How process innovation and visibility can unlock speed, margin, and resilience
A reality check for the fashion supply chain
Uncertainty has become the new normal for fashion. Tariffs, supply chain disruptions, excess inventory, and shifting consumer demand are putting unprecedented pressure on brands, retailers, and manufacturers.
This report, From Stitch to Scale , is the result of a partnership between Lectra and Retail Strategy Group (RGS)
From Stitch to Scale captures real-world insights from industry leaders across the global fashion supply chain—and reveals where operational breakdowns are costing companies speed, margin, and growth.
From Stitch to Scale doesn’t claim to have all the answers. Instead, it provides a grounded perspective on where the fashion supply chain stands today—and sparks critical discussion on what must change to stay competitive heading into 2026 and beyond.
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