Brands looking to scale - Whether you are ready to add your first production manager or your team is managing production from around the world already, brands looking to scale can leverage Calicos vetted factory network and experienced production managers to expand their capacity without adding more headcount. 

Brands looking to diversify/upsell - You are an expert in the products and categories you currently produce in but what’s next? Brands looking to diversify their product offering can leverage Calico's global network of vetted factories that have expertise in all apparel, footwear and accessories categories to find new sources of revenue.

Brands looking to be more socially responsible - Calico has strict guidelines for all their factories. Brands looking to produce high quality ethical goods, can quickly and easily leverage Calico to add a new sustainable product line or overhaul their entire production. Don’t know where to start? Try one of Calico’s off the shelf sustainability programs that any brand can join to make sustainability a reality in weeks not years.

Calico charges membership fees to both factories and bands and charges a PO commission for all production orders. Calico also brings together the buying power of 100+ brands to drive economies of scale and get better pricing for all our brands. When all is said and done, Calico saves brands an average of 20% off their production costs.

Calico is not a traditional sourcing agency or trading house. Although Calico helps brands find and work with factories around the world where it differs is in our core values and approach. At Calico, we believe that global sourcing can be better. By bringing together software, industry experience and a focus on ethical, sustainable practices we can unlock the true potential of global manufacturing. No travel expenses, no offshore agents and no surprise fees - just high quality, responsible production you can be proud of.