Modern technologies are paving the way for rapid advances in textile sector process efficiencies, as innovative solutions prove they can cut the amount of time, energy, labour and materials that typically go into garment production.

Many new systems are already being used by an industry eager to reduce friction and boost margins, but some of the most revolutionary solutions are still on the cusp of being widely adopted.

WTiN explores five of the most promising yet still emerging process efficiency-enhancing technologies looking to crack the apparel market.