New York, NY – NedGraphics is pleased to announce that a technology implementation has been completed with the Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.). As part of this project, NedGraphics has provided state-of-the-art computer design software to the department of Textile & Surface Design in the Art & Design Division of F.I.T.
The installation provides the department with design software that will give students a hands-on education with the most current and up-to-date technology used in the retail, apparel, and home furnishing industries. The software will help students learn fabric design and merchandising respectively.
"We are very proud of our partnership with the Fashion Institute of Technology" said Geoff Taylor, Vice President of Sales. "We are committed to outstanding educational institutions and believe that providing them with cutting edge CAD technology will help ensure the future of our industry"
The technology from NedGraphics includes integrated computer programs that work together as a comprehensive design system. Programs include Fashion Studio and Dobby. Fashion Studio; a solution for designing textiles, print repeats, colorways, knits, simulations, and storyboards. Dobby; a solution for designing complex and technical wovens. All of these programs will be installed on 175 computers in the academic computing laboratory and have been incorporated into this fall's curriculum.
"Keeping up with today's technology is extremely important for our Students" said Karen Gentile, Chair of Fashion Design Department at F.I.T. "It is very rare for students to have this much access and exposure to industry specific software that is widely being used in the workplace" "Since NedGraphics current programs are used by more Companies then any other program on the market today, it will offer a host of opportunities and advantages for the students"
F.I.T. is the premier school of choice for Fashion and located in New York, NY. The School of Art and Design offers 18 majors that focus on honing traditional artistic ability and design sense, while at the same time ensuring students acquire the technological skills necessary to succeed in a high-tech marketplace.
NedGraphics is the leading provider of computer aided design software to the textile, retail and apparel industry. NedGraphics software is used by leading brands including Ann Taylor, Kohl's, Nordstrom, Brooks Brothers, Chico's and Urban Outfitters. NedGraphics is an international Company and its American headquarters are located in New York, NY.
