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Interloop: Supply chain truth begins in the cotton field

During the GS1 - WAIR 24h Circular Fashion Journey, Pascal Betten, managing director of Interloop Europe, presented an in-depth vision on supply chain transparency. The Pakistani textile giant produces nearly one billion pairs of socks annually for retailers like Nike, Adidas and H&M. The company emphasised that a reliable Digital Product...

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Digital transformation required for new collaboration models

The fashion industry faces a fundamental revision of the relationship between brands and retailers in 2026. Nico Wartenbergh, former CTO of de Bijenkorf and Rituals, states that the traditional purchasing model has become unsustainable. In his presentation during the GS1 - WAIR 24h Circular Fashion Journey, Wartenbergh highlights the need for a...

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Bleckmann leverages recovery value as a driver for circular fashion

During the recent GS1 - WAIR 24h Circular Fashion Journey, Hans Robben, programme manager of circular solutions at Bleckmann, presented a pragmatic vision for circularity. The logistics service provider, which has been in business for over 160 years, is transforming from a linear 'box-mover' to a crucial partner in the circular chain. Robben...

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Driving bottom line margin growth through AI inventory management

In an increasingly competitive and dynamic retail landscape, the fashion industry is actively seeking innovative solutions to enhance profitability and optimize operations. WAIR, a technology company headquartered in Amsterdam, recently hosted an event, "Improving retail with ai: Insights & experience," showcasing the potential of artificial...

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Wallie, the first AI Fashion Agent for inventory

The future of retail is here, and it’s called Wallie. As the need for the fashion industry to embrace technological advancements, Wallie emerges as a groundbreaking solution designed to revolutionize inventory management, product allocation and how we manage processes in the nearby future. This AI-driven fashion agent promises to deliver new...

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Driving a new era of sustainable fashion through AI-powered inventory solutions

Efficient inventory management is essential for reducing waste and meeting consumer demand in the fashion industry. By aligning production with real-time demand, fashion companies can eventually avoid overproduction, conserve resources, and enhance cash flow. Adopting data-driven solutions not only supports profitability but also addresses...

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WAIR’s Amsterdam event unites fashion leaders for AI

Fashion tech leader WAIR recently hosted a high-profile international business event in Amsterdam, drawing their client representatives from iconic brands like Ralph Lauren, Wolford, Steve Madden Europe, VF Corporation and others. The two-day event, dubbed “The WAIR Journey,” offered an exciting blend of business insights, industry...

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From design, supply, distribution, marketing to retail: How AI is being used in the fashion industry

Attention fashion brands and retailers: how you can use Artificial Intelligence to make your business more intelligent and/or efficient “Artificial intelligence (AI) can make the fashion industry smarter,” said Matthew Drinkwater, head of the Fashion Innovation Agency at the London College of Fashion and specialist in new technologies and their...

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Introducing the first AI-based product describer tailored for the fashion industry

Where the future of the lifestyle industry meets artificial intelligence. WAIR proudly unveils its pioneering AI-based product describer, crafted solely for the dynamic lifestyle industry. The AI combines the latest development of Vision AI in combination with large language models. This innovation stands to transform how brands and retailers...

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Achieving Triple Wins: How WAIR Elevates Retailers, Partners, and the Future of Fashion Tech

In the rapidly evolving landscape of fashion retail, technology plays an increasingly critical role. WAIR, a company rooted in fashion retail and proficient in machine learning and deep learning, offers an innovative approach. WAIR's unique partnership model sets a new industry standard, generating wins across the board for retailers, brands,...

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From Inception to ROI Innovation: The Remarkable Journey of WAIR

In August 2021 we announced the launch of WAIR and May 2023 we explained more about the AI Replenisher - WAIRs Flagship Solution WAIR has reached a significant milestone in its growth and they are thrilled to announce a new phase of maturity, accompanied by a refreshed website, logo, and overall brand identity. WAIR it all started.. Mitch van...

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New sustainable clothing care device W'air launches

The first sustainable laundry device is launching on the market, the W’air, which is looking to revolutionise the way we wash our clothes with hydrodynamic technology. The three-in-one sustainable clothing care W’air device has taken six years of research and development and works by creating a blast of water, air and detergent that “actively...