We are pleased to announce that we are beginning the transition from an older Lectra CAD system to state of the art Tukatech pattern making and marking. In the month of July we will be converting all style files and conducting training and implimentation. We have hired a new pattern maker, Rose Bradshaw Northrop, to work in our Wilmington NC facility. Rose has extensive industry experience, formerly working for L.L.Bean Kids in technical design. Although the transition period in July may cause some delays in pattern making and sampling the long term gains will allow us to improve development response time. The demand for USA made short run private label apparel manufacuring appears to be on the upswing, as the advantages of lower minimums and faster lead times remain strong rationale. Don't forget the added advantages of our private label service for pre-made branded apparel for rounding out your offerings!