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What We Do for Apparel Manufacturers Forward thinking apparel manufacturers and designers are quick to acknowledge the necessity to position their brands for dramatic growth in an industry in flux. With five consolidators on an unrelenting quest for new brands to add to their portfolio, independent manufacturers are operating in an environment that offers unparalleled financial opportunities and the chance to move into the big leagues quickly. Upper management of these apparel consolidators comment frequently on how "smaller brands must outsource and pay for things that they can do internally at a much lower cost." They report that department store chains constantly pressure them to be cheaper, faster, and support their brands with national advertising. But they as they are quick to point out; only they have the leverage with retailers to deal with these issues effectively. Here is a sampling of the strategic issues confronting independent apparel brands and designers today:  What strategies must manufactures and designers embrace in order to compete in an industry dominated by billion dollar consolidators and huge department store chains? Why are new growth strategies such as alternative channels of distribution so important in todayís market and what are the smartest ways to expand into these channels? How can an independent apparel company use technology, the Internet and e-commerce to level the competitive playing field? What must independent companies do to maximize growth within traditional sales channels? What are the most effective strategies to build a strong brand identity and create databases to promote loyal relationships with consumers? What tactics can independent manufactures use to better manage supply chains? What are the primary due diligence issues that apparel consolidators and financial institutions concentrate on when seeking an independent apparel manufacturer to acquire? How to develop an effective strategic plan for top and bottom line growth? At Sweetwater Consulting we develop strategic business plans, provide and implement solutions for independent manufacturers and designers seeking dramatic growth whether or not they are interested in being acquired. Please contact us for a free exploratory consultation on how we may be of help to your company in today's challenging environment.