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Ectra Technology Facilitates Jack Victor’s Commitment to Made-in-Canada
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Functional Applications - Product Lifecycle Management Systems (PLM)
Applicable Industries
- Apparel
- Consumer Goods
Applicable Functions
- Discrete Manufacturing
- Quality Assurance
Use Cases
- Manufacturing System Automation
- Predictive Maintenance
- Process Control & Optimization
Services
- System Integration
- Training
- Software Design & Engineering Services
The Challenge
Jack Victor, an international men's fashion company, faced the challenge of maintaining high-quality production while managing costs and meeting growing demand. The company was committed to keeping its operations in Canada, which necessitated upgrading to advanced technology to stay competitive. The management team sought a technological partner that could provide solutions to enhance their manufacturing process, ensuring product quality and customer service while respecting the company's traditional values.
About The Customer
Jack Victor is a renowned international men's fashion company based in Montreal, Quebec. The company specializes in high-quality men's suits, catering to a high-end niche market. Founded over a century ago, Jack Victor has built a reputation for delivering premium menswear to large department stores, specialty retailers, and small boutiques. The family-owned business, now in its third generation, prides itself on balancing classical and modern approaches to fashion. With a strong commitment to 'Made-in-Canada,' Jack Victor employs 900 talented individuals and maintains its entire production process within Canada to better serve its customers and protect local jobs.
The Solution
Jack Victor partnered with Lectra, a leading technology provider, to integrate advanced solutions across its Montreal-based manufacturing facility. Lectra's technology was implemented in various departments, including product development and cutting. The partnership, spanning nearly 20 years, has brought numerous benefits, such as improved marker efficiency and material savings. Lectra's product development and marker solutions automated processes traditionally done manually, enhancing creativity and precision in pattern making. In the cutting department, Lectra's comprehensive cut order planning and optimization solutions increased control and visibility over the production process, from marker planning to cutting. The introduction of Lectra's Vector cutters further optimized cutting capacity, achieving significant material savings and precision in cutting curves and angles. Lectra's embedded sensors and performance reporting enabled proactive maintenance and troubleshooting, ensuring continuous production efficiency.
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