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Rich Ringeisen

Rich Ringeisen


Recent posts by Rich Ringeisen

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6 Important Sustainability Certifications and What They Mean

By Rich Ringeisen on Jan 17, 2025 9:00:00 AM

In today’s business world, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword—it's a critical factor in driving consumer trust and long-term success. With the rise of "greenwashing,” where companies market unsubstantiated claims about their environmental impact, as well as the lawsuits that follow behind, consumers quickly become skeptical. So, how can your company stand out and prove that its dedication to sustainability is genuine?

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Topics: sustainability Certification
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3 Common Pitfalls with RFID (and how to fix them)

By Rich Ringeisen on Jan 14, 2025 2:41:44 PM

RFID technology has revolutionized inventory management, but let’s be real—it can be intimidating to use. The problem is if you're not using RFID to its full potential, you're leaving money on the table. 

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Topics: RFID
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Charming Trim Joins the RAIN Alliance

By Rich Ringeisen on Jan 13, 2025 12:34:51 PM

At Charming Trim, we make a point to stay at the cutting edge of technology that can improve efficiency, sustainability, and impact for our customers. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is a key pillar of our offerings that brings that value to life.

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Topics: RFID Certification
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5 Ways RFID Benefits Your Brand and Your Buyers

By Rich Ringeisen on Jan 9, 2025 1:52:21 PM

As a manufacturer, you’re constantly looking for ways to improve your supply chain process. But before you can take advantage of the options available to you, you’ve got to make sure it helps your customers, too.

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is a powerful tool for optimizing your supply chain — and it comes with a load of benefits for both your brand and your buyers. Check out this list of some of the most powerful advantages of RFID technology: 

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Topics: RFID
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The RFID Journey: From the Factory Floor to the Consumer

By Rich Ringeisen on Jan 2, 2025 5:17:53 PM

From raw material to the shelves of your stores, every garment you sell goes on a unique journey. At each step of the way, team members keep track of the product’s arrival, departure, and transformation.

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Topics: RFID
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From Trend to Transformation: California’s Journey to Sustainable Fashion

By Rich Ringeisen on Oct 28, 2024 1:56:40 PM

California’s always been a trendsetter in the fashion industry, but they’re taking trends to the next level, spurring global transformations that go deeper than style. At the forefront of the sustainable fashion movement, California businesses and leaders are redefining what it means to be a green brand. 

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Topics: sustainability
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Global Events That Sparked 2024 Supply Chain Disruptions

By Rich Ringeisen on Oct 28, 2024 1:54:27 PM

The global supply chain disruptions of 2024 left manufacturers and distributors scrambling to adapt. Extreme weather events and ongoing geopolitical conflicts impacted the availability and cost of materials and products worldwide. As the new year approaches, analyzing what sparked these disruptions and how they affected the trajectory of global supply chains going into 2025 can help mitigate future risks.  

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Topics: supply chain
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The 7 Biggest Sustainability Challenges Facing American Brands

By Rich Ringeisen on Oct 25, 2024 11:14:43 AM

American brands are struggling to navigate modern commerce, with consumers and policymakers leading the charge for more accountability when it comes to sustainable fashion. With slow progress on all ends, brands and retailers are struggling to reconcile business growth with transparent environmental responsibility.

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Topics: sustainability
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6 Ways RFID Can Improve Your Manufacturing Process

By Rich Ringeisen on Oct 21, 2024 10:09:10 AM

Is your manufacturing process slow, inefficient, and a bit of a budget drain? You’re in luck. Many manufacturers turn to RFID technology to solve those common challenges. 

Whether you are looking to simplify inventory management, improve material tracking, or fix production problems with ease, RFID can help. In this post, we break down 6 ways RFID can improve your manufacturing process so you can achieve your goals. 

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Topics: RFID
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When Is It Time for a Rebrand?

By Rich Ringeisen on Sep 23, 2024 12:25:50 PM

Every clothing company's brand identity is woven into the fabric of its products. However, as business evolves, the brand image may start to fray. Outdated logos, inconsistent messaging, and changing consumer expectations can signal that it is time for a refresh. 

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Topics: sustainability Labels

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