In this paper, using the principle of three-dimensional knitting, we introduce a computeraided design system and the basic knitting technology of three-dimensional knitwear in the flat knitting machine. We also provide the corresponding mathematic models

The vast majority of grey marketing cases are not discovered until the matter is brought before courts of law or arbitrage tribunal. Because of this, it is hard to build the dynamics of an average case and draw conclusions on the phenomenon in general. This paper observes a real life grey...

This paper explores the problem of choice between importing or sourcing based on the examples from the knitting yarn industry. Despite not being the one of the biggest or one of the most robust markets in the developed world yarn market has very interesting qualities, which may be useful for...

In this paper we reflect on the contribution of our 1989 article Competitive Groups as Cognitive Communities: The Case of Scottish Knitwear Manufacturers. We begin by recalling our backgrounds and motivations as collaborators on the project, and then discuss recent developments in the Scottish...

Purpose: The recent transformations brought about by the globalisation of markets have increased the competitive pressure for firms operating in traditional sectors, and in particular for those in industrial districts. The authors' aim is to understand the extent to which firms responded to...

The accessories, footwear and hosiery industries have always been important complements to the apparel industry. While the demand for apparel has been studied fairly extensively, the demand for accessory items has been overlooked. To gain a better understanding of the demand for accessories,...