Companies with apparel programs need to be mindful of all areas of fashion production to ensure every process is working effectively. When one component is not functioning properly, it affects the entire apparel program and ultimately profitability. To fix a problem, you first have to identify it, which can sometimes be difficult and may require a different perspective.  In this episode, Stars Design Group CEO, Bret Schnitker, and Chief Strategy Officer Emily Lane, discuss the value of bringing in outside expertise to identify planning and production missteps in apparel programs.  Audio highlights  02:41 Business plans 04:48 Assortment planning strategies 08:53 Design consulting 14:31 Tech pack development 16:22 Manufacturing challenges 24:06 Logistics of international shipping Additional resources:  S1 Ep 3  Vetting Factory Partners S2 Ep 15  Streamline the Clothing Manufacturing Process