Before:
Key challenges J. Crew Group faced before adopting 3D technology:
Extensive reliance on physical samples, inflating costs and environmental impact.
A tight production calendar, leaving minimal room for iteration and innovation.
Limited trust and understanding of 3D tools within the internal team.
Siloed processes that hindered efficient cross communication and slowed product development.
Process:
Steps taken to ensure successful implementation and adoption:
Stakeholder Engagement: Leadership buy-in, spearheaded by the chief sourcing officer, to ensure alignment across teams.
Collaborative Training: Hands-on, paced learning sessions tailored to fit J. Crew Group’s production schedule.
Pilot Programs: Initial deployment in select categories, allowing for measured success and refinement.
Micro-Level Wins: Identified quick wins, like digital size-run reviews, to demonstrate immediate value.
Ongoing Support: Continuous collaboration and knowledge sharing with INHOUSE to ensure sustainable growth.
After:
Immediate benefits and transformations achieved with 3D implementation:
Cost Savings: Reduced reliance on physical size-run samples by using digital alternatives, cutting production costs by up to 30%..
Time Savings: Enabled faster design iterations, with potential to shave a full month off the production calendar.
Team Empowerment: Built trust in 3D tools among designers and tech teams, fostering widespread adoption.
Scalability: A roadmap established to expand 3D use across all product categories over the next five years.