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Zara’s Global Operations Strategy & Sustainability Transformation

📍 Project Overview

This project analyzes Zara’s global supply chain and operational strategy, focusing on its fast-fashion business model and sustainability challenges. By examining supply chain efficiency, environmental impact, and evolving consumer expectations, the study provides strategic recommendations for Zara to align with sustainability goals while maintaining profitability and operational agility.

📈 Key Outcomes

🚀 Defined a roadmap for Zara’s transition to a more sustainable fast-fashion model without sacrificing speed or profitability.
🌍 Proposed regional supply chain restructuring, reducing transportation-related CO₂ emissions.
📊 Enhanced transparency through digital tracking, improving consumer trust in sustainable sourcing.
♻️ Expanded circular economy strategies, promoting resale and recycling to extend product lifecycles.

🚀 Solution

✅ Supply Chain Optimization – Proposed regional production hubs to reduce transportation emissions and improve compliance with local sustainability regulations.
✅ Sustainable Material Sourcing – Evaluated the cost-effectiveness of eco-friendly textiles like organic cotton and recycled polyester.
✅ Circular Economy Initiatives – Recommended garment recycling, resale, and repair programs to reduce waste and extend product lifecycles.
✅ Operational Efficiency & Transparency – Suggested blockchain-based tracking for real-time sustainability monitoring across Zara’s supply chain.
✅ Market Adaptation Strategies – Developed localized production adjustments and pricing strategies to balance sustainability costs with consumer affordability.