Bandit Running, a rapidly growing, community-driven running apparel brand based in Brooklyn, NY, has selected Centric PLM™ as its product lifecycle management (PLM) solution to streamline operations and support its continued growth. The decision marks a critical step in Bandit Running’s growth strategy as they transition from their legacy PLM system to elevate their design and product development processes. Centric Software provides the most innovative enterprise solutions to plan, design, develop, source, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products such as fashion, outdoor, luxury, footwear, home and related goods like cosmetics & personal care as well as multi-category retail to achieve strategic and operational digital transformation goals.
Bandit Running, founded in 2020 by members of the NYC running community, prides itself on creating innovative apparel while maintaining inclusivity for runners of all paces and experiences. With a vision to be the world’s most authentic, community-driven running brand, Bandit Running recognized the need to upgrade its operational tools to better support its rapid expansion and evolving demands.
Bandit Running faced significant challenges with their legacy PLM system, which struggled to support their design and product development processes. The system lacked essential functionality, such as the ability to create organized line sheets, making it difficult for teams to present products clearly to clients. Inefficient tracking tools led to missed updates, delays and overreliance on manual processes, while the platform’s limited configurability forced teams to adapt their workflows to fit the system, rather than the other way around. These limitations not only disrupted productivity but also caused frustration across the organization.
Recognizing the need for a more powerful, configurable and flexible solution, Bandit Running sought a platform that could streamline their processes, enhance tracking, simplify line sheet creation and improve communication workflows. They also required better calendar management and a centralized source of truth for all product-related information, ensuring a comprehensive view of their product line across seasons. After careful evaluation, Centric PLM stood out as the ideal system. Its intuitive design and advanced capabilities offered a transformative solution — streamlining workflows, optimizing key processes and eliminating inefficiencies caused by manual systems. Centric PLM empowered Bandit Running to regain control, boost productivity and focus on delivering the exceptional products their community loves.
Over two phases of implementation, Bandit Running will integrate its existing e-commerce and inventory management tools with Centric PLM to create a more efficient and unified workflow. This integration will streamline inventory tracking, purchase order management and overall supply chain processes, ensuring seamless end-to-end connectivity. By bridging these systems, Bandit Running aims to reduce manual effort, minimize errors and enhance operational efficiency, enabling the company to respond more effectively to consumer demands and scale operations with ease.
“We look forward to supporting Bandit Running in their mission to redefine running performance wear through innovation and efficiency,” said Chris Groves, CEO of Centric Software. “We’re honored to be a part of their journey, helping them streamline processes and scale their business for long-term success.”
