24/09/2026
Is a busy sweater factory always an efficient factory? Not necessarily.
Excessive WIP buildup between knitting, linking, finishing, and other production stages can create hidden bottlenecks and slow down the entire production flow.
When WIP exceeds the standard holding time, factories face:
• Blocked working capital
• Longer production lead times
• Increased delivery risks
But why does WIP keep building up in sweater production? What causes WIP congestion, and how can manufacturers control it effectively?
We have covered the key reasons and solutions in our latest blog. Read it here:
🔗 https://knitone.io/why-wip-keeps-building-up-in-sweater-manufacturing-and-how-to-control-it/