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Key Takeaways:
- HUGO BOSS is investing heavily in digital upskilling, launching a comprehensive 3D technology training program for all teams and roles, aligning with its global HR strategy to drive digital readiness across the company.
- The training program offers personalised learning paths tailored to diverse needs and skill levels, combining on-site sessions, online video calls, and self-paced e-learning for maximum flexibility and accessibility.
- The company has transitioned to a dedicated team of 3D style simulation and fabric digitisation trainers, ensuring consistent high-quality standards, knowledge sharing, and ongoing support for its 400+ person 3D community.
- The brand views employee development as crucial, committing to digital product creation training not just to enhance skills but to foster a culture of innovation and position its workforce as pioneers in the digital fashion revolution.
In the dynamic world of fashion, staying ahead is about more than creativity – it also requires innovation and strategic foresight. At HUGO BOSS, this imperative led us to adopt a comprehensive training approach for digital product creation, which prepares our workforce for the future.
In line with our Global HR strategy, our training programme is designed to make every team and role digitally ready, with a particular focus on mastering 3D technology. By integrating advanced digital tools into our product creation process, we increase efficiency and foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
Our 360° training offering is tailored to the diverse needs of our colleagues: Whether it’s a designer refining their 3D sketching skills, or a pattern maker using a new pattern shape to inform further decisions – our training programme offers personalised learning paths for different roles and skill levels.
We use a mix of on-site training, online video calls and self-paced e-learning. This practical mix ensures that each user can choose the training they need and easily fit it into their daily work schedule. In addition to training, we have added specific materials and 3D guidelines to ensure that everyone is working to the same quality standards.
To achieve this, we decided two years ago to move from a decentralised, on-the-job training model to full-time, dedicated 3D style simulation and fabric digitisation trainers who are fully focused on sharing the best and latest 3D functionality with all users. They also support everyone with regular on-the-job support and Q&A sessions to maintain close contact.
At HUGO BOSS, one of our central HR principles is that investing in the development of our employees is key. Our commitment to digital product creation training not only enhances the skills of our team but also strengthens our commitment to innovation and excellence. By fostering a dynamic learning environment, we ensure that our people are not just participants in the digital revolution, but pioneers leading the way.
