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Human-centric approach needed in evolving hi-tech textile sector

Although technical innovations in the textile sector are increasing production efficiency besides lowering costs, they are also resulting in a loss of hundreds of jobs due to increase in mechanisation of production.

Therefore the industry needs to adopt a more human-centric, globally conscious approach to business. New technologies should be evaluated with human costs in mind – measured in terms of lost incomes, shattered livelihoods, and uprooted families.

Technology companies must collaborate with apparel manufacturers to manage future platforms. For instance, with the evolution of traditional jobs, technology servicing jobs will become more important.

It is therefore it is important that workers in the industry learn everything right from cal liberation of sewing machines to that of apparel printers and packaging systems.

Secondly, to ease the transition from manual to modern manufacturing, businesses and governments must introduce tech literacy to their employees. They should conduct seminars and workshops to update the skills of their employees.

Most importantly, governments should advocate for trade agreements that cushion the impact when manufacturing jobs are lost, while laying the groundwork for the transition to more tech-heavy industries.

 

 
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