Produce a storyboard using apparel and textile design technology.
Production may include technology such as computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM)—computer-aided design (CAD) / computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)—and/or computerized robotics.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- How important is technological knowledge and skill in apparel and textile design?
- How has commercial drawing/design software evolved over time?
Communication
- How is technology useful for communicating with clients? With potential clients? With vendors? With manufacturers?
- How is technology useful in keeping pace with recent developments in fashion and fashion design?
Leadership
- What decision-making skills might come into play when using technology in apparel and textile design?
- What are the pros and cons of using technology in apparel and textile design?
Management
- What training and resources are needed to improve technology skills for fashion design?
- What procedures should be followed when implementing technology in a fashion design business?
- What could be the consequences of ignoring recent technological innovations/improvements?
- How can the use of current technological innovations/improvements strengthen textile design?