Do you know who makes your clothes?
knowing your supply chain is the first step to a sustainable business.
what is TRFC
The Frank impact company is a hybrid consultancy providing manufacturing support based on robust data collection and analysis methods, as well as significant supply chain and innovation experience.
TFIC core consultancy services are mapping out supply chains, highlighting ‘red flags’ and then implementing “hands on” improvement solutions. The consultancy works directly with brands and retailers as a bridge between them and suppliers. TFIC’s approach is to first benchmark a company’s current situation and then work with them to reduce their impact. “For example,” says Frankie, “if we are focusing on a fabric type and want to reduce polyester, and replace it with tracked Viscose, any actions are not just decided by the buying team but need to be discussed with the entire supply chain to reduce any retaliation, unrealistic cost hikes and production delays. Any decision needs to be made with supply chain actors as equal partners, for production to run smoothly”
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As a consultancy, we work around the companies needs. This means that we are proactive with the work and involvement we have with our supply chain work.
“Sustainability isn’t about perfection, it’s a journey, a messy journey. But by working directly with brands we can help them navigate the messiness, help them implement more innovation, be more responsible and therefore be more resilient as a business.”
— Frankie Hewitson