Manufacturing Magazine October 2024 | Page 106

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT like-new , same-as-new or betterthan-new condition . Remanufactured fashion operates under the same waste management principle , converting discarded garments into useful retail products instead of dumping them in landfill .
“ Remanufacturing aligns with the circular economy principles by extending the lifecycle of products and minimising waste ,” says Andrew Burton , Global Industry Director for Manufacturing at IFS . “ It emphasises reusing , repairing and refurbishing products instead of disposing of them . This approach reduces the need for new raw