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Is It Really Possible to Get to Zero Inventory?

In a trend-driven sector like fashion, perfectly aligning supply and demand is near impossible, especially when you have to place bets on product up to 9 months before it hits the sales floor. But what if you could shift entirely from a “push” system — where a brand forecasts how much product it needs, pays for it upfront and pushes it out to shoppers — to a “pull” system, where a brand is led by consumer demand, only making what it knows it can sell, through customer pre-orders, on-demand manufacturing, the use of real-time data and speed to market? And what if this was something brands of all sizes could put into place? Is it really possible to get to zero inventory? [continue to article on BoF)

How an ERP system can help Inventory Management

ERP Software can help fashion brands make better decisions by providing accurate inventory data. ERP inventory management systems enable brands & businesses to control and automate logistics, operations, finance, and inventory from one system which reduce errors, cost, and surplus inventory while improving overall efficiency.  

The All-In-One N41 Apparel ERP System is designed exclusively for the fashion industry and will help manage your inventory and save you time and money.  Please contact us at sales@n41.com, visit n41.com, or call (213) 738-1010 to learn more.

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Retail is having a Darwin moment that will transform it forever

Even before the COVID19 pandemic, retail was starting to evolve as the old world brick-and-mortar shops were already struggling to keep up with the major online retailers. Businesses who can adapt and attract customers in this current "survival of the fittest" environment will be in a much better position in the future, and a more convenient, safe, and attractive retail market will be beneficial for everyone.   Read Article

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We are experts in the business of technology that drives fashion apparel. Let’s talk about empowering your business with an all-in-one ERP System.

Please contact us at sales@n41.com, visit n41.com, or call (213) 738-1010 to learn more about how our business solutions can help save you time and increase revenue.

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E-commerce Fashion Industry Statistics & Opportunities

To say it has not been a good year for retail is an understatement. According to Forbes, 13,795 stores have closed so far in 2020, and we are not even in September.

Despite this staggering figure, consumers are buying more apparel, shoes, accessories, and luxury products than ever. Digital innovation, rising globalization, and changes in consumer buying habits have catapulted the fashion industry into the midst of seismic shifts. Even before the global pandemic, fashion was already the largest eCommerce segment in 2019 at an estimated $528 billion in sales and according to the Mckinsey State of Fashion Reports, is predicted to reach 36% of all total retail sales by 2022.

Additionally, fashion consumers will also have more buying power, as the number of potential customers is projected to grow to more than 1.2 billion by 2020. The good news for fashion is that the majority of these new consumers are within the 16 to 24 and 25 to 34 age groups.

Behind this growth are four notable forces that fashion brands can leverage

• Expansion into global markets outside the West • Increased online access and smartphone penetration • Target new worldwide middle-classes with disposable income • Utilize technologies to create experiential eCommerce

In order to fully take advantage of these significant opportunities mentioned above, your management software needs to be able to handle multi-channel sourcing and fulfillment with automation and integrated solutions. N41 Apparel All-in-one ERP software seamlessly integrates with Shopify, Magento or a third-party marketplace store so that 100% of your transactions are synced in real-time across all of your departments. Everything gets updated on the web and in the warehouse automatically without errors. Visit n41.com to learn more or schedule a consultation with a demonstration.

Additional Sources:  Shopify,  McKinsey Fashion Report,  Statisia Fashion E-commerce Report

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E-Commerce Is Helping Fashion But Hurting the Planet

E-commerce is booming. But the welcome boost to fashion’s bottom line is creating a mountain of waste — and consumers are starting to notice. , Bernstein projects the growth rate of online fashion just in Europe will triple this year to account for more than 20 percent of total sales — the equivalent of five years of growth in about six months. Those orders will largely be packaged in cardboard or plastic, then loaded onto gas-guzzling trucks, planes and ships. Many will then be returned, requiring another journey halfway around the world before often winding up in a landfill. Tackling these issues is a growing priority for many companies, as consumers and regulators demand action on waste and climate. Though manufacturing is still responsible for the lion’s share of fashion’s overall impact, as e-commerce continues to grow and become an even bigger part of consumers’ lives, it is facing mounting scrutiny. “We see a clear link between sustainability and continued commercial success,” said Kate Heiny, director of sustainability at Zalando.⁠ ⁠ Perhaps what we need is a “different type of infrastructure” all together. Here’s how brands are working to make e-commerce more sustainable.  [Read Article from B of F]

 📷:: Zalando

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How N41 All-In-One Apparel ERP Solution sets the pace in today’s multi-channel & digital world

In a marketplace where the physical inventory and digital business applications are converging at exponential levels, meeting customer demand anytime, anywhere, is a priority. Now that MAGIC announced its yearly fall fashion trade show held in Las Vegas is going virtual with a digital marketplace, an online and e-commerce presence is even more imperative in this new pandemic environment.

N41 is the all-in-one Apparel ERP software solution for the apparel industry. Robust and powerful, the system can be adapted to meet unique manufacturing, import, or distribution requirements by any sized wholesaler. Additional versatile and innovative features such as Integrated UPS and FedEx, Automated Invoice / Payment, Shipping, Scan & Pack, Inventory Management, Easy Data Entry & Validation, Easy & Secure Data Access, Centralized Control for Multi-brand/ Divisions, and more make up the powerful core ERP system. [READ MORE]

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Digital Events Provide New Opportunities for Brands and Retailers

As the wholesale apparel industry gradually regains confidence and looks to technology integrations for an edge in distance selling - one thing is for sure, digitization is a big part of the plan. Currently, tradeshows across America are eagerly exploring partnerships that will safely accommodate the brand and buyer interaction, as told in the following article about the September 30 MAGIC show. Check out the article here. [article link].

While the crowds at this year's MAGIC may look a lot different, the largest fashion marketplace in the US will still take place September 30 - October 2, 2020, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. In addition, Informa Markets Fashion will produce digital trade shows starting in August with a men’s show and September with a women’s event. Visit the MAGIC website for a full schedule and more information.

N41 All-In-One Apparel ERP system

We are experts in the business of technology that drives fashion apparel. Let’s talk about empowering your business with an all-in-one ERP System.

Contact Sal Minicucci at sales@n41.com, visit n41.com, or call (213) 738-1010 to learn more about our business solutions.

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Uncertainty for brands and retailers continues. Given all that has recently occurred, now is the time to enhance and prioritize your eCommerce and retail website. Here's how:

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Hackers Continue to Steal Customer Details from Magento Websites

As businesses adjust to new consumer shopping preferences and ramp up their eCommerce stores, the FBI warns that Magento 1.X is vulnerable to a malicious code that skims payment details. Newer Magento 2, released in 2015, is secure and supported with ongoing updates and bug fixes.

N41 deploys the most current version of Magento 2 and security updates to their customers. Contact us to discuss moving your business to Magento 2 with N41 All-In-One ERP Software.

Find the FBI’s warning on version 1.X in this short ZDNET article.

N41 All-In-One Apparel ERP system

We are experts in the business of technology that drives fashion apparel. Let’s talk about empowering your business with an all-in-one ERP System.

Contact Sal Minicucci at sales@n41.com, visit n41.com, or call (213) 738-1010 to learn more about our business solutions.

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Triboelectric and vacuum cleaner filters in my mask?

Unique technologies are being combined with cloth masks that provide an added barrier-filtration to the fabric that could fortify the effectiveness of a non-medical mask.

This list from C|NET, of 21 places to purchase cloth masks offer several options in color, graphics, and pricing, and many companies donate masks to the front-line staff! Yet, most interesting are the brands that produce masks enhanced with one of many different innovative technologies such as 6 layer activated carbon filters, copper filtration, triboelectric filtration, or HEPA washable multi-layer filters.

Vida masks come with a multi-layer PM2.5 Filter which includes a layer of Carbon Activated Fabric.

To learn about these technologies and using vacuum cleaner filters in your masks, check out the C|NET article, and please continue to practice safe and sanitary habits. [Read Article]

N41 All-In-One Apparel ERP system

We are experts in the business of technology that drives fashion apparel. Let’s talk about empowering your business with an all-in-one ERP System.

Contact Sal Minicucci at sales@n41.com, visit n41.com, or call (213) 738-1010 to learn more about our business solutions.

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Everyone is Shopping Online

“No one knows what will happen next with the coronavirus crisis, but when it comes to how Americans are shopping, there is one thing of total and utmost certainty: Online retailing will gain market share and become even more popular. Millions of shoppers who would have never considered shopping online have been forced to do so, and it’s quite likely most will like the experience and come back for more.”

-Forbes Magazine

The consumer shopping experience has forever changed with online retail ready to usher in the new era. The shift arrived without an introduction or appetizer, not a knock on the door or flash email – it happened almost overnight. Were you prepared to sell when the customer was eager to buy?

N41 integrates Magento and Shopify websites with its ERP All-In-One system. Give us a call at (213) 738‐1010 or visit n41.com/n41-e-commerce-web/ for information regarding the steps to creating an eCommerce website for your brand or business.

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Yes, they do want to see your face (mask optional)

Working from home does not mean working alone. Below is a list of free video conference options to Zoom and Skype for connectivity to your staff, team members, vendors, and buyers.

Most of these video conference providers include screen-sharing, conference calls, document sharing, and side-bar text chat in their technology lineup. They typically also do not limit the conference length or number of conferences. Take a look below to learn what collaboration tool is right for your company.

A friend said they can also be used to connect with family and friends, hmmm...

Group FaceTime

Group FaceTime makes it easy to chat with up to 32 people at the same time using an iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It is free, yet only available on an updated Apple device. Learn More

Google Duo

Google Duo works simultaneously on Android and iOS smartphones, tablets, computers, and Smart Displays. If you're looking for a dual platform app, try Google Duo for up to 12 people at no cost.  Learn More

FreeConference

FreeConference provides participants with free video conferencing using browser-based web conferencing, so online meetings happen without any downloads, delays, or set-ups.  Learn More

Webex

Cisco’s Webex Meetings free version enables you to hold HD video meetings with up to 100 participants and options include screen sharing and private chat rooms.  Learn More

Lifesize Go

Lifesize Go is a completely free browser-based version of Lifesize’s paid version but is limited to 8 participants. No caps on meeting length and includes desktop screen sharing. Learn More

A concerted effort by your team can get your video conference software up and have you collaborating within a day. Nouvolution is not endorsing any of these companies, but only sharing options available to help our customers and friends in any way possible while we move through this storm together. 

N41 All-In-One Apparel ERP system

We are experts in the business of technology that drives fashion apparel. Let’s talk about empowering your business with an all-in-one ERP System.

Contact Sal Minicucci at sales@n41.com, visit n41.com, or call (213) 738-1010 to learn more or schedule a demo!

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Support When You Need It

The Apparel industry, just like the rest of the world, is experiencing a period of uncertainty. Be assured that N41 employees are dedicated to doing what we do best: partner with our clients, bring superior system knowledge, and remain available during business hours for user support.

Your well-being and that of our employees is our top priority, and for this reason, we will not go on site until further notice. In compliance with the State’s latest order to stay at home, we have empowered our entire staff with the technology to fully function from their remote locations to support you without interruption.

Please contact us to support your ERP, eCommerce, or Merchant Services needs. Call (213) 738-1010 Extension 2, email support@n41.com, or go online at www.n41.com/support.

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See the wireless, effortless iPod Order Entry system in-action on the show floor at MAGIC! Contact Sal at sales@n41.com or visit https://www.n41.com/n41-mobile-application/

How to choose the Best Apparel ERP Software Solution on the market.

The Fashion / Apparel Industry is a very wide industry with a variety of business types such as retail, manufacturing, distribution, and wholesale. One thing that is consistent across the industry is that the item produced is made in different sizes, styles, and colors and needs to be organized and tracked. 

While this has always been a challenge, apparel companies and brands face a bigger challenge as the advent of technology like E-commerce, mobile commerce, and the “Amazon Effect” are felt across all areas of retail and fashion. Retailers especially are constantly under pressure by the consumer to offer similar e-commerce and fulfillment services and it’s certainly no easy feat being able to fulfill while remaining profitable.

In addition to the challenge of consumerism as mentioned above, Fashion retailers and brands are in a constant fray with the volatile issue of “seasonality” – having to ramp up inventories and then deplete them in a time-sensitive manner. This would require apparel retailers and garment manufacturers to need Inventory Management and Supply Chain Management, and an Inventory System that looks after the style, size, and color of each item. To handle such tasks effortlessly, N41 offers a leading apparel ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software solution. 

Designed by a team of multiple professions with over a decade of apparel experience, N41 has put together a versatile, yet robust all-in-one system which provides not only ERP and PLM but Tradeshow, Mobile App, E-commerce website, Showroom, EDI functionality and much more.

N41′s Apparel ERP All-In-One System is full of advanced and innovative features. Some of these include:

Built in credit card processing

Integrated UPS API and automated invoice process

Accurate inventory with automated order entry

Real-time inventory auto-sync with N41 Mobile App

Built-in automated email request forms

Integrated E-commerce website with automated synchronization

And many more!  Check out more features and modules

From startup companies with under 5 users to mutli-brand enterprises with over 500 employees, N41 works with any size business in the apparel industry. When choosing an ERP Solution, you must ultimately decide which system is best for your business. From experience, design, scalability, innovation, features, and support, we believe the best solution for any garment or apparel business is N41 Apparel ERP! N41 is all you need!

Visit our website www.n41.com for more information or to schedule a demo.

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Trade Shows, including MAGIC, are just around the corner!

Hello Everyone,

We want to remind our brands that we will be onsite at MAGIC helping set up your N41 tradeshow system - contact us for an appointment. And check your inbox for our pre-show checklist.

January Highlights

If you want to be a Tradeshow Warrior, prepare for battle!  One thing we feel is super important to tradeshow success is preparation and planning. N41 presents How to Be a Trade Show Warrior, a 2-part series to guide you to victory on the floor. This one is a Keep and Repeat!

N41 Tech Support at MAGIC

Our highly professional tech support team will be onsite at MAGIC helping set up your N41 Apparel ERP tradeshow mobile app system - contact us for an appointment. 

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We are experts in the business of technology that drives fashion apparel. Let’s talk about empowering your business with an all-in-one ERP System. Contact Sal Minicucci at sales@n41.com or call  (213) 738-1010 to set up a time to Meet at MAGIC Las Vegas. Hope to see you there!

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Upcoming Fashion Tradeshows

Wishing you a great 2020 ahead! Here’s the upcoming Fashion / Apparel tradeshow schedule to begin your wonderful year. January 12-15 LA Market Week Los Angeles January 13-15 Designers and Agents LA Summer and Brand Assembly, Los Angeles January 17-19 Impressions Expo, ISS Imprinted Sportswear Shows, Long Beach Calif. January 26-28 Fashion Market Northern California, San Mateo, Calif. January 28-29 CALA San Francisco January 29-30 Active Collective and Swim Collective, California, Anaheim, Calif. February 4-6 Agenda, Liberty Fairs, Las Vegas February 5-7 Project, Project Womens, Stitch @ Project Women's, Las Vegas February 5-7 MAGIC Las Vegas* *N41 will be onsite, working directly with our brands to ensure their IPod Order Entry system works with precision on the tradeshow floor. Let’s meet in person if you will be at MAGIC or LA Market Week? Visit n41.com, email sales@n41.com, or give us a call (213) 738-1010 to set up a meeting!

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If you are a fashion brand or manufacturer, check us out! We are N41, America's Leading Fashion and Apparel ERP Solution Provider. Let’s talk about empowering your business with an all-in-one ERP System. Contact Sal Minicucci at sales@n41.com, visit n41.com, or call (213) 738-1010.  We look forward to learning about your operation and increasing ROI. 

Reasons For Choosing ERP Software Today!

We live in an ever-changing world when the amount of intricacy is mind-boggling and you may believe that not only you are lagging behind with new solutions and business applications, network security features and tools to keep an eye on performance but also with every day handed down you understand that your present legacy systems set-up  is triggering a significant disruptions for the company’ environment as all are developed predicated on outdated technology and use multiple customer interfaces or multiple security frameworks.

The main why’s listed below came up following the direct promotional campaign when IT professionals mainly in SMB sector have been contacted with the offering of the best cloud ERP software. In most instances CIO commented that as “it isn’t right time”. The justification was the current economic situation worldwide when business slowdowns and incredibly little work at home opportunities are discovering expectation that it’ll go worse.

In response to that, there are various reasons why the business should start considering IT related issues, revise where the company stands in conditions of current system set up and start the ERP evaluation process. It’ll surely change the perception about any of it support for the business enterprise, yet you won’t relax people into thinking they will start to see the rewards of the efforts instantaneously. Definitely the evaluation process will instruct the employees that to be able to secure the success of your ERP cloud computing will demand appropriate strategy and specific resources, it will require time and in addition to the enterprise will not see excellent results until a couple of months to annually after going live with a new system.

It isn’t a simple to even choose an appropriate starting place for your best cloud ERP software however any initial step can do the work as it’ll definitely add into expanding the strategy that may give your company the methods to meet up with the business’s increasing needs while protecting its large investment into the systems.

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Happy Holidays from N41!

Offer to ship your retailers on the same day you receive their order.

N41 Apparel ERP provides a fully integrated suite of business solutions for your entire fashion apparel business.

With built-in tools to process orders in less than one minute with integrated UPS/FedEx and EDI, your retailers will rely on your brand as an accountable, trusted and valued partner.

N41 Apparel ERP is an all-in-one system for your business

We are experts in the business of technology that drives fashion apparel. Let’s talk about empowering your business with an all-in-one ERP System.  Contact Sal Minicucci at sales@n41.com, visit n41.com, or call (213) 738-1010 to learn more or schedule a demo!