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TC2 is a provider of solutions for the sewn products and related soft goods industries specializing in technology development and supply chain improvement. TC2 is ahead of the future of global apparel manufacturing and technology and knowing the process of production in the sewn products industry could greatly improve your outcome as a fashion designer. Luckily they offer courses for that and more…for a small fee of course . Consulting and training services are also available to eager future fashion industry executives.

Some of the courses available are below:

• Introduction to Apparel Manufacturing - Helps get you up to speed quickly on the apparel manufacturing entire process including techniques, its systems, and its business systems. Next available date September 17-21, 2007
• Grading for Fit - Proper grading ensures a good fit of a manufactured garment. You will be learning the basic principles of grading. Analyzing patterns to determine where grading is needed. Next available date N/A
• Pattern Development - Learn introductory principles of fit, pattern development, and marker making. Next available date July 18-20, 2007
• Pattern, Grading, and Marker Development - Pretty much a crash course on the three subjects. A condensed version of all three separate seminars all in one. N/A
• Sewability-Sewing Quality Improvement - A seminar on the major areas of concern on garment quality are appearance and durability. Many facets of each area are directly related to whether the appropriate pattern pieces are properly assembled with the correct Seams and Stitches. Next available date one on October 16 and another on December 4, 2007.
• 3D Product Development - The achievement of fit through a well designed pattern is crucial to the salability of an apparel product. Includes 3D body scaling. Next available date November 7, 2007
• Developing Digitally Printed Products - Learn how to turn your artwork into digitally printed sewn products. This one-day workshop is intended to provide hands-on experience. Attendees will learn about the preparation of design files for printing and will have the opportunity to gain practical experience with the printing and finishing process. Next available date August 28 and October 25, 2007
• Quality and Systems Improvement for Sewn Products - This seminar will highlight process improvement techniques that will lead your company toward world-class status. This seminar will help management focus limited resources toward maximum impact on quality and the bottom line. Next available date August 22, 2007
• Full Package Service and The Importance of Cycle Time- During the two-day session, you will identify the components of total cycle time for producing professional quality garment samples, as well as, the traditional cycle time for delivering finished product. Both of these processes are critical to prospering in a full package environment. Sounds like something I would be interested in myself. Next available date to be announced.
• Ergonomics Overview - This seminar is designed to help companies promote safe and healthful working conditions in their facilities. I don’t really know if anyone would be interested in this, but it could definitely keep you from having to worry about things like click here. If you would like to attend next available date is September 14 and November 13, 2007.
• Ergonomics Create a Program - It is information-packed and designed to provide you with tools, tips, and techniques for reducing ergonomic risks. Hands-on exercises are used to explain the risks. Next available date October 18-19, 2007
• Seams and Stitches-The Technical Detail - The program covers both the appearance and performance aspects of seams and stitches and reveals how to achieve the necessary quality. Next available date September 13, 2007
• Lean Manufacturing-and the Importance of Cycle Time - modular manufacturing systems reduce work-in-process, increase quality, and shorten lead times. This seminar could be of some importance to anyone thinking about bringing production in-house. Next available date N/A
• Fast Fashion for Retailers and Suppliers - Fashion philosophy, creativity, and design quality together with rapid response to market demands and how certain fast growing apparel chains are benefiting from it. Next available date N/A

For a more in-depth look into the programs and pricing visit the TC2 website.

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