XML-based middleware of quick response system in textile&apparel supply chain

Abstract

This paper presents a XML-based middleware framework of the Quick Response system for textile and apparel supply chain, and describes the middleware used in the system .Through the example of the retailer estimate the delay time of a order cycle, this article introduces the XML-based process design of the Quick Response system, the XML documents linking mechanism for the integration of heterogeneous data the computing model of the delay time of a order cycle. The effect of the application of the system is analyzed and verified by this example ,that is members of the supply chain can effectively share information through this Quick Response system, reduce the delay in clothing manufacturing and delivery, decrease the enterprises' security inventory ,thus the goal of making quick response to the change of the market is achieved. © 2008 IEEE.