TEXINTEL TALKS - EPISODE 109 - Duncan Ferguson of Epson discusses the market shifts, innovations and technologies driving product personalisation
Duncan Ferguson, VP of Commercial and Industrial Printing at Epson Europe, discusses market shifts and key trends driving product personalization.
Highlighting the role of digital technology, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the merging of fashion and sportswear in the customization and personalization trend. Duncan emphasizes the importance of quality and trust in garments, the democratization of design and manufacturing, and the need for localization and sustainability in the textile industry.
He also discusses Epson's developments in printers and technologies for on-demand production, color management, and sustainable fashion.
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Summary
Duncan Ferguson, VP of Commercial and Industrial Printing at Epson Europe, discusses market shifts and key trends driving product personalization. He highlights the role of digital technology, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the merging of fashion and sportswear in the customization and personalization trend. Duncan emphasizes the importance of quality and trust in garments, the democratization of design and manufacturing, and the need for localization and sustainability in the textile industry. He also discusses Epson's developments in printers and technologies for on-demand production, color management, and sustainable fashion.
Takeaways
The market shift towards product personalization is driven by digital technology and the internet, with the COVID-19 pandemic accelerating the trend.
The merging of fashion and sportswear has led to increased customization and personalization in the fashion industry.
Quality and trust in garments are key factors in reducing waste and promoting sustainability in the textile industry.
Epson is focused on developing printers and technologies that enable on-demand production, simplify color management, and support sustainable fashion.
Collaborations and partnerships with industry experts are essential for driving innovation and addressing the challenges in the textile industry.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Focus of the Conversation
04:21 Quality and Trust: Addressing the Negative Impact of Fast Fashion
09:26 Printers for Customization and Micro-Production: Epson's Developments
14:19 Simplifying Colour Management and Supporting Sustainable Fashion
