CIMdata PLM Industry Summary Online Archive
13 March 2008
Implementation Investment
NIFT Chooses TUKATECH for Bachelors and Masters Degree Program in Fashion Technology
In February 2008, India-wide National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) entered into an exclusive agreement to integrate TUKATECH’s suite of product development, design, and PDM/PLM software systems into their curriculum.
Degree programs in Apparel Production, Fashion & Textiles, Fashion & Apparel, Fashion Technology (M.F. Tech) and Fashion Management (M.F.M) will begin utilizing TUKATECH’s technology to better prepare students for industry work, where product development is increasingly demanding digital solutions.
"By partnering with Tukatech, NIFT looks to teach future designers and technologists the latest software solutions in the area of pattern making and prototype sample development. Pattern Making without CAD is like drawing a straight line without using ruler,” commented Prof. Prabir Jana, Chairperson, Department of Fashion Technology, NIFT.
As per the agreement, TUKATECH will be installing 72 TUKAcad software stations, 30 TUKAstudio software stations and 8 TUKAplan master licenses at all 8 NIFT campuses in India.
“More than 2,500 students worldwide are renting and using TUKAcad software in over 250 fashion and technical institutes, including 75 institutes in India. With FedEx-Kinko’s and TUKAcenters available for plotting, students have access to the latest technology to complete their assignments, thereby gaining valuable industry experience and making them employable immediately,” added Mr. Ram Sareen, CEO and Founder, TUKATECH.
TUKATECH systems are designed to provide digital solutions throughout each stage in the product development chain seamlessly. With TUKAcad, pattern making, grading, and marker making has never been more efficient and user-friendly. Spec/tech pack and pattern card features allow for integration with TUKAplan, a PDM/PLM and MRP software system. Moreover, with 3D virtual draping technology, TUKATECH’s e-fit Simulator has redefined the sample approval process. Digital patterns are draped on animated virtual 3D fit models to create virtual samples, allowing for quick and instant corrections to patterns and greatly reducing the number of iterations in sample making. TUKATECH also offers TUKAstudio, a fabric and print design software system.
Unlike any other apparel technology company, TUKATECH offers a host of web-based product development solutions. Through TUKAweb, users can outsource digital pattern making, marker making, and grading by uploading data through a user-friendly service. TUKAweb also offers data conversion, and through an exclusive relationship with FedEx-Kinko’s (please see regions where applicable on http://www.tukatech.com), users can request for plotting services at discounted rates.
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