Multidisciplinary and synergetic research in apparel sector can increase the scope of integrating sustainability

Abstract

This paper discusses how Multidisciplinary and Synergetic Research in Apparel sector can increase the scope of Integrating Sustainability. It is a Conceptual Research paper discussing with relevant examples how research inspired by other industry and learning from other sectors has worked to advantage of Apparel Sector specially with reference to integrating sustainability. We learnt the ways of mass production from Toyota- Toyota Production System which completely revolutionized the way garments were bulk manufactured. Sweat shops of the 1960s were converted to today’s automated manufacturing system. Automated manufacturing is after all one of the facets of Sustainability as it means “minimize resources”- one of the key focus areas of Sustainability. This research paper shall discuss many other relevant examples as to how broad based research in the industry has shaped it for betterment. Methodology: This Conceptual Research paper discusses multidisciplinary learning of Apparel sector from other industries which has led to swift evolution of the Apparel. In addition this research paper also discusses how sustainability can be better integrated through synergetic research. The multidisciplinary learning and research has led to implementation of innovative ideas inspired from various fields.