Optimization of technological process of cutting by use of software applications for cut order planning

摘要

In today’s highly competitive global market, manufacturers are faced with a constant pressure to reduce costs, offer greater product selection, and faster product delivery. The focus of efficiency in the apparel industry is to reduce the material costs, which often reach up to 75% of total production costs. The technique of processing cutting orders and planning economic cutting lays are of utmost importance for better utilization of materials and for increasing the efficiency of cutting process. This paper analyses the influence of the level of applied technology on the percentage of generated textile waste and overall material costs.