Going Global
The Textile and Apparel Industry 
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Going Global: The Textile and Apparel Industry, 2nd Edition examines the global sourcing of textiles and apparel in the context of corporate responsibility for the sustainability of supply chains. Tackling complex political, economic and labor issues, the text explores how, what, when, where and under what circumstances merchandise is developed, produced, acquired and consumed on a global basis.

The production and distribution of textile and apparel products is a truly global industry, making it crucial to be aware of the most current political, social, and economic developments within the international marketplace. Going Global: The Textile and Apparel Industry, 2nd Edition examines the global sourcing of textiles and apparel in the context of corporate responsibility for the sustainability of supply chains. Tackling complex political, economic and labor issues, the text explores how, what, when, where and under what circumstances merchandise is developed, produced, acquired and consumed on a global basis. Without overwhelming you with data that may become quickly outdated, this text exposes them to the language and basic concepts of global textile and apparel trade.

Embarking on a Global Adventure

• Introduction to Globalization
• Textile and Apparel Supply Matrix
• Consumption and Well-Being
• Developing Sustainable Supply Chains

The Global Supply Chain

• Global Sourcing
• Trade Barriers and Regulation
• Illegal and Unethical Trade Activity
• Politics and Political Positioning

Trading Partners

• Europe and the European Union
• The Americas and the Caribbean Basin
• Asia and Oceania
• The Middle East and Africa