1. 1 CEN/ISSS Workshop TexWeave Standardization and Interoperability in the Textile/Clothing Supply Chain Integrated Networks

2. 2 Summary 1.The problem 2.Short history from WS/TexSpin to WS/TexWeave 3.Objective and Activities 4.(Expected) Results and highlights 5.(Draft) Planning and Reference

3. 3 The view of the T/C supply chain Logistics Networks distribution Trade Clothing Check Fabrics Subcontractors clothing Subcontractors fabrics Accessories R.M. Yarns 1 – Textile-Clothing chain is complex and heterogeneous (structural presence of SMEs) 2 – Disappointing adoption of the results of the EDIFACT/ EDITEX results 3 – But critical timeliness and flexibility of the supply chain: semantic interoperability is needed 1 – Textile-Clothing chain is complex and heterogeneous (structural presence of SMEs) 2 – Disappointing adoption of the results of the EDIFACT/ EDITEX results 3 – But critical timeliness and flexibility of the supply chain: semantic interoperability is needed Large presence of SEs Large presence of SMEs downstream upstream Large presence of MEs

4. 4 Before there was TEXSPIN TEXSPIN CEN/ISSS Workshop (2002-2003) was a sectorial standardisation initiative aiming to provide a standard framework for the integration of the European Textile/Clothing/Distribution chain The starting point were the legacy of EDITEX and eTeXML (focused in France on link manufacturing - retailing) MODA-ML (focused in Italy on manufacturing integration) The Technological objective was to establish a pre-normative -low cost but scalable- platform for the B2B exchanges in the T/C sector based on XML and Internet technologies Results (CWA14948/2003) (Suggested) Business models for fabric and clothing supplying 19 Formats for document exchange (XML templates: order of fabric or garment, despatch advise, quality report, advancement status, …etc) A common dictionary 200 Firms were directly contacted or participated to the meetings; Some articles on specialised magazines and newspapers Further Work to be carried out: –Spread adoption, increase support to further business processes, face problems arising from cross-border and cross sectorial transactions,…

5. 5 Texweave, objectives CEN/ISSS workshop proposed by Euratex 18 months, 9 experts+dissemination (292000 € budget) Objectives (from draft BP) –Methodological improvements and standardization supports –Extension of the supply chain coverage –Fostering Pilot experiences and build a Web Platform (for documentation and awareness support, not operational) –Analysis on Cross sectorial eBusiness and standardization scenarios –Awareness creation and Dissemination on standards and interoperability

6. 6 WP 1: Methodological improvements and standardization supports Task 1.1 - Analysis of the different scenario at national level in some countries in Europe with relevant T/C industry Task 1.2 - Definition of a common logical infrastructure of the dictionary and of the repository of business scenarios Task 1.3 - Development of a Web based infrastructure for the dictionary and for the repository of business scenarios Task 1.4 - Filling of the sectorial dictionary of terms (Filling of the repositories) Task 1.5 - Feasibility of the submission of sectorial Core Components to UN/CEFACT

7. 7 WP 2: Extension of the supply chain coverage Task 2.1 - Intercompany workflows in the fabric manufacturing focused on yarn supplying and dieing –Subtask 2.1.1- Analysis and design for manufacturing chain integration –Subtask 2.1.2- Improvement of the interoperability framework Task 2.2 - Improved services to the customers and better integration with retailing organizations –Subtask 2.2.1 – Analysis and design for retail organizations integration –Subtask 2.2.2 - Improvement of downstream XML messages

8. 8 WP 3: Pilots and Platform Task 3.1 - TEX-WEAVE Deployment Methodology and Cost-Benefit Analysis Task 3.2 - TEX-WEAVE Compliance Certification method Task 3.3 - Fostering TEX-WEAVE applications Task 3.4 - Identification of the Industrial Pilot User

9. 9 WP 4: Cross sectorial eBusiness and standardization scenarios Task 4.1 - Analysis of Existing Business Processes Task 4.2 - Re-design of Business Processes According to TCSIP (Textile Cross Sectorial Interface Profile) Task 4.3 - Feasibility Study According to TCSIP Task 4.4 - Demonstration and Creation of Acceptance

10. 10 WP 5: Awareness creation and dissemination on standards and interoperability Task 5.1 – EU Level Conferences Task 5.2 – National Workshops and Awareness creations Task 5.3 – Online services and other publications Help desk, web site, local training workshops, newsletter

11. 11 Highlights Vertical specifications –Extremely focused on processes –Ready-to-use templates –Strong data typing –Use of predefined codes as much as possible Innovative processes and services Different requirements upside/downside the Supply Chain Same framework for SMEs as well as large companies

12. 12 Expected TexWeave CWAs CWA1 “Scenarios and XML Templates for B2B in T/C Manufacturing and retail” CWA2 “Sector dictionary of reusable information entities” CWA3 “Cross-sector interchange scenarios of the T/C industry” CWA4 “Deployment and compliance assessment methodologies”

13. 13 Our future after TexWeave… Sorry,

14. 14 Thanks for your attention! References : CEN/ISSS TexSpin: CWA 14948/2003 CEN/ISSS TexWeave www.cenorm.be/cenorm/businessdomains/businessdomains/isss/activit y/tex-weave.asp Barbara Gatti, CEN/ISSS Workshop Manager, Barbara.gatti@cenorm.be Deborah Santus Roosen, EURATEX- European Apparel and Textile Organization Deborah.Santus@euratex.org