Global jeans specialist JD United (JDU Manufacturing Co Ltd), a subsidiary of Roohsing Group, has adopted Coats Digital’s GSDCost solution to enhance production efficiency, standardize cost-to-make (CM) processes, and align with evolving customer expectations. The solution will initially optimize operations across three of JD United’s 31 production facilities, with plans for expansion to factories in China, Tanzania, Myanmar, and Cambodia later this year.

Headquartered in Changzhou, China, JD United operates 31 factories globally, employing over 30,000 people and producing high-quality jeans, woven jackets, knitted pyjamas, shirts, and trousers for major brands such as Levi’s, Gap, and Primark. Committed to sustainable manufacturing, the company has implemented low-carbon processes, greener energy initiatives, and advanced water treatment methods.

Jessie Chen, Business Director of JD United, highlighted the value of GSDCost, saying, “Standardized methods enable us to replace inaccurate historical data with reliable scientific metrics. This supports accurate CM quotes, improved sewing methods, and balanced production lines. GSDCost aligns seamlessly with our sustainability goals and digital transformation strategy.”

Tracy Li, Sales Manager at JD United, commended the Coats Digital training team for their dedication, stating, “Their support has been instrumental in equipping us to maximize GSDCost’s potential for operational efficiency.”

Coats Digital’s GSDCost is recognized as the industry benchmark for optimizing CM processes. It fosters a sustainable supply chain by introducing standard motion codes and predetermined times to enable accurate cost predictions and efficient negotiations.

Liv Zhang, Sales Director (Greater China) at Coats Digital, remarked, “We are excited to help JD United boost profits and strengthen its global leadership through GSDCost’s proven methodology and tools.”