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Solving Quality Issues

November 17 - 18, 2026 | San Francisco, CA

This hands-on workshop equips participants with practical skills to identify, analyze, and resolve textile quality issues. Through real-world case studies, attendees will learn how to diagnose root causes and recommend corrective actions for defects found at any stage: from mill production to product testing, wear trials, and even post-consumer feedback. The session emphasizes applied problem-solving and actionable insights for maintaining quality standards.

Workshop Details & Application

Workshop registration begins in:

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Registration opens on October 6, 2026 2:00 pm EST

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ELIGIBILTY REQUIREMENTS

Time Frame

8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. EST

Topics Covered

Quality issues specific to yarn and fabrics, both knit and woven
Skew, pill, and shrinkage issues
Quality issues related to dyeing and finishing
Product specifications and test standards
Best practices and communication with mills and factories

Why Attend

Gain practical experience in identifying and resolving quality problems
Receive feedback from our experts on issues you deal with every day
Improve your ability to respond effectively to product issues, and even set yourself up for success and avoid certain issues all together
Receive first-class instruction from industry experts
Collaborate with peers from your industry

Prerequisites

This is an Analytical level workshop (Level 3). It is recommended you have a solid understanding of terms related to yarn, knits, wovens, finishes, product fabrication, and testing, as these will not be covered in the workshop.

Earn your

badge!

Participation in this workshop makes you eligible to receive a Digital Badge, issued through Credly.

Got Questions?

Only individuals who work for companies that import cotton and cotton products are eligible to attend these workshops. If you are currently working for a brand or retailer and are interested in inquiring about your workshop eligibility, contact us at [email protected].