TextileGenesis, part of the Lectra Group, is revolutionising cotton traceability with its cutting-edge Software as a Service (SaaS) platform. Designed for fashion brands and sustainable textile manufacturers, the platform ensures reliable digital traceability from fibre to consumer, fostering transparency and sustainability across the supply chain.
In partnership with the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF), a nonprofit promoting ethical raw materials globally, TextileGenesis aims to enhance the traceability of cotton certified by Cotton Made in Africa (CmiA). This initiative supports CmiA’s mission to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers in Africa while safeguarding the environment.
The partnership leverages TextileGenesis’ advanced Fibrecoins technology to provide end-to-end visibility of CmiA-verified cotton, from bale to finished product. Building on the success of a previous collaboration with The Good Cashmere Standard in early 2024, this project reaffirms both organisations’ dedication to scalable and sustainable practices in the textile industry.
Brands using TextileGenesis gain unparalleled insights into the origin and processing of CmiA-certified materials, ensuring the authenticity of sustainability claims and enhancing annual reporting. The platform offers access to the industry’s largest supplier network, enabling seamless tracking across the entire production ecosystem—from fibre producers to third-party processors.
This collaboration also integrates CmiA’s established SCOT system, allowing brands and retailers to monitor cotton’s journey from field to store. Existing TextileGenesis users can manage multiple material sustainability standards, including CmiA, through a unified platform, streamlining operations and boosting supply chain efficiency.
By combining robust traceability systems, TextileGenesis and CmiA empower brands to deliver transparency, promote ethical practices, and meet the growing demand for sustainable textiles.
