Bangladesh is going through a transformation as both GenNext of the industry and young first-generation entrepreneurs are making their presence felt. These Young Turks are much more confident, well-educated and cognizant about the new age marketing tools that are critical for deeper market penetration today. They are ready to tread the lesser known path and take the risks which their previous generation could not afford. In this issue, Apparel Online presents four such young entrepreneurs who share their visions, goals and journey so far and what is it that drives them to achieve what they have set out for.

With more than 32 years of experience in manufacturing quality and achieving sustainable ethical goals, Chris L Grayer, Head of Supplier, Ethical Compliance for Next Retail Ltd., in a candid talk with Team AOB, explains the current challenges in the supply chain.

Tech Management section has article ‘Pocket Attaching in Shirt’ which is second article of our series in ‘Automation in Sewing Room’. The write-up analyses how the common sewing automats work to your benefit.
Besides the above, our regular columns of Buyer Blog, Exporter Profile, Bangladesh Canvas, Retailer Current, Beyond BD, Export Statistics, and Fashion pages make the issue worth reading.