Enhancing Fashion Product Quality in the Textile Industry: FMEA Method and Method 7 Step Application

The rapid evolution of technology and changing customer expectations necessitates continuous improvement in fashion products and quality to maintain a competitive position in the market. The fashion industry must focus on reducing response time, eliminating errors, and enhancing customer satisfaction. This paper explores the potential application of the Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) method and Method 7 Step in the garment industry, with a specific focus on denim trousers.

Keywords: quality, FMEA method, Method 7 steps, denim trousers

Introduction

The textile industry holds a pivotal role in the Serbian economy, comprising numerous companies and employees. Its significance is amplified by a substantial contribution to exports, with approximately 78% of clothing products being exported to six European countries (Italy, Germany, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Slovenia, France, and Montenegro). Concurrently, Serbia imports around 73% of clothing products from China, Turkey, Slovenia, Germany, and India. As of 2007, there were 1489 registered textile companies, predominantly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

The textile industry faces the challenge of adapting to technological advancements and meeting the evolving expectations of consumers. To address these challenges and stay competitive, the industry must continually enhance the quality of fashion products. This paper explores the applicability of the Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) method and Method 7 Step in achieving this goal, with a specific focus on denim trousers.

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