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The second in our series of live panel discussions in association with Kornit Digital, manufacturers of advanced digital printing solutions. ‘Sketchpad to Shopping Bag: The Future of Fashion Production and Fulfilment’ continues the important debate around the future of the UK textile industry. I'm joined by panellists from education, design, manufacturing and retail, as well as the Chief Marketing Officer of Kornit Digital. We discuss: Why more companies are looking to reshore their production to create a faster time to market How supply chains are changing and why that's important to the UK fashion industry How COVID_19 has affected the industry Why big retailers need to change their buying model and re-look at their pricing and margins The importance of partnerships between manufacturers and retailers / brands Why designers and manufacturers must leverage technology to create on-demand manufacturing as a service How e-commerce is replacing brick and mortar stores, giving consumers more choice and the opportunity for more bespoke products Panellists: Fiona Lambert Ex MD New Business Development. River Island Davinder Madaher Textile Designer, Madaher Jenny Holloway CEO, Fashion Enter Barbara Shepherd Head of Business Engagement, Manchester Fashion Institute Omer KulkaChief Marketing Officer, Kornit Listen to the previous discussion in this series here. Make it British Live! Online All of the talks from MiB Live! Online, our virtual trade show and summit, can be watched here: MiB.Live/online2020 More Make it British Make it British website Make it British Brands Directory - search for brands and manufacturers that make in the UK Manufacturers Directory - search for manufacturers that are verified members of Make it British Find a UK Manufacturer - ways we can help you find your perfect manufacturing partner Make it British Live! - our trade show Make it British Instagram