Applying AI for Future Business Models in the Textile and Fashion Value Chain

This paper aims to elaborate on the past, present and future application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in global textile production. For this purpose, leading companies along the entire production chain will be interviewed on the topic using the World Café method at the joint conference of the International Apparel Federation (IAF) and the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) 2024 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Based on the results, the biggest obstacles to the implementation of AI methods in textile production, the most promising technologies and suitable methods for supporting companies in the implementation of AI methods are empirically derived.