AMM 357 - Apparel Importing & Exporting

In this class we were asked to learn the basics of apparel exporting and importing procedures. We also learned the classifications systems that are utilized in US trade agreements for textiles, international trade, and US Trade Administration. As well as cultural financial, and political issues about apparel exporting and importing for a PEST report done in teams.

In doing the PEST report I learned that the importance of researching geographic locations for sourcing and production of apparel is extremely helps a company in deciding where to source from to be successful in meeting their customer needs. Not researching a location to source a product can cause a delay in the production if the facilities aren’t managed by proper labor laws or restrictions in political issues that don’t meet domestic requirements that ultimately cause a decrease in profits.

AMM 360 - Textile Specification Buying

In this class we had to learn the principle and processes in specification procurement of trim, findings, and textile products. Durability and labeling, certification requirements, and appearance testing. As well as color examination processes.

When taking this class I used two different fabrics 100% woven cotton all way fabric and the other fabric was 100% polyester flannel plaid fabric to compare results of the test to see which fabric is better for a specific end use. I learned how to successfully operate and report on 17 different textile testing methods. Some of the test that were performed were the abrasion resistance test, pilling resistance test, colorfastness to heat washing test, and bursting strength test.

Required Subplan/Option Courses

AMM 350 - Retail Planning, Allocation, and Forecasting

In this class we were expected to learn the apparel buying procedures, six-month calendar planning, seasonal, and assortment plans. Also do order management of purchase orders for different garment retail tiers by written reports, computer software, and oral presentations.

In taking this class I developed strong analytical skills from developing a Perry’s Department Store Simulation report as a team project. Our final presentation included reports our team created based on competition analysis and redefining out customers, current fashion and industry trends, six month plan, assortment planning, product development, and a sourcing plan.

AMM 453 - Apparel Sourcing & Supply Chain

In this class we were asked to prepare a one page paper for or against a debate between issues on domestic sourcing versus global sourcing and brand duty to ethically source.  We were also asked to write a paper discussing technologies for sourcing and Supply Chain Management for common Supply chain versus a Novel Supply Chain. 

In doing the debate paper and class discussion on the topics domestic sourcing versus global sourcing I was able to get a better understanding of the issues that arise when trying to decide what location or locations would be the most efficient place to source from. Also that peoples individual values are a big factore in what they feel to be ethical sourcing. The Technologies paper helped me define what technologies there are to assit commpanies a supply chain within the apparel industry.

AMM 454A - Apparel Retail Simmulation Activity I

This class is part of a senior capstone trainning, concentrating in apparel wholesale selling regarding brands, manufacturers,and contractors. I was asked to help run one of the Apparel Merchandise and Management Departments Apparel Scapes venues being the Weahouse.  Where I was the manager and worked with three other group members. We took inventory of all current and new/incoming merchanise.  We helped the four other venues check-in and check-out merchandise for our selling venues. We also created SKU numbers for all necessary merchandise then printed labels from a Zebra label printer through Intuit Point of Sale where we also updated all inventory records.  Cleaning, re-arranging, and keeping open communication with all team members and other venues were a few of our weekly goals.  I recieved an indepth understanding of the apparel wholesale operations. 

AMM 496 - Issues in Apparel Retail Management

This class is the third and final level of the retail sequence course. In teams we were asked to perform advanced product sourcing and buying. Each team is to perform management responsibilities, and keep control of an apparel retail micro venue.

In this class I was manager of the Farm Store venue where our department rents a space from and sales our product. This was challenging because I took this course during the summer when there was only two people to a group verses six people per group during the regular quarters. My teammate and I were able to pull off running this venue because we stayed up on our weekly task and worked efficiently as a team. This class also helped me to become familiar with taking and updating inventory to keep track of outgoing and incoming merchandise to the venue.