... to instruct machines to cut pieces out from lengths of fabric -Drawings or designs can be scanned into the computer and a wide range of repeat patterns and colour options generated in minutes. -The finished fabrics can be chosen from the screen by a client or customer and then printed using a digital printer. This is a big advantage for companies or industries using a one-off production, where they are making a garment to meet the standards and desirable needs of one particular customer. Them being able to choose their desired fabric/material is an advantage for the company as they are making something the customer chose themselves. -Changes can be made quickly as a customer waits. -Designs can be stored at a late date is then changed -Images can be sent electronically, directly to the client to view and have their opinions towards it. Disadvantages -There is an initial training period before the software can ...

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