CK Clothing Group
	Established in 1988 by founder Michael Hibbs, the CK Clothing Group has grown to become a dominant supplier of high quality garments to Australia's leading retailers. This growth has been possible through an uncomprising culture of understanding our clients' market positions, regional requirements and the ability to anticipate their needs and deliver beyond their expectations. Behind the scenes is a team of unique people and organisations capable of combining to create and lead in this competitive world. The clients of CK Clothing Group proudly display our products within brands and private labels with world class quality and competitive pricing. Moreover, these clients value the reliability and dependability provided seamlessly by CK Clothing. Nothing is too much trouble. Responsive, adaptable, dependable.

	Professionalism... at all levels
	Good businesses don't just happen by accident. They require careful planning, proper management, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence. Importantly, they need a soul. A culture of continuous improvement and client service must be driven at all levels of an organisation. It can't be faked, it must be real. These values set an organisation apart from the competitors. The CK Clothing Group's commitment to a culture of personal and professional development with open-mindedness is a key competitive advantage. CK Clothing Group has been built with a passion for the best. From the team of external advisors to the the senior managers. From the sales team to the artistic designers. From the purpose built head office to the warehouse layout. From the computerised racking to the CAD CAM design systems. And from the manufacturers to the clients. CK Clothing Group only deals with the best. In the end...a unique, capable team.

	Different... by design
	Design is the backbone of a clothing range. Whether children's, adults or sleepwear, the customer must fall in love. Otherwise the garment remains on the shelf and the margin lost. How is it possible to produce an entire range across many major categories of branded, licensed and house brand products, for which there will be something that every customer will want? It comes to a philosophy in design. It requires the right combination of research into what works for what store in what region. It requires knowing what sells well and what is hard to move. It requires an understanding of trends in style, colour and fabric around the globe. It requires a team with genuine creativity and imagination with a touch of commercial practicality. And it works. The growth in sales is proof, CK Clothing Group is one of the largest privately owned clothing wholesalers in Australia.

	Quality... simply expected
	100% right. That is what retailers and customers expect, nothing less. Often promised, rarely delivered. To ensure this expectation is achieved quality must be driven from concept and design through to manufacturing and delivery. It is a systematic issue that requires vigilance and commitment. Testing is merely the final confirmation in a system of expectations. Our clients have their own testing facilities. Yet CK Clothing is accredited with the responsibility for its own testing. An honour rarely bestowed upon suppliers by the major retailers. It is about understanding quality at all levels. Like ensuring that our mills and factories represent the best within their category. Like inspections before, during and after production. Like packing, transporting, and delivering correctly. There will always be a short cut, but in the end it becomes the long road. The customer will know and so will the retailer. Reputation is too easy to lose. That's why quality must always be the number one priority.

	Supply Chain Control
	Fundamental to a successful range of garments is proper management of the supply chain. Starting with the end in mind, every action must be challenged ... is this going to benefit our client and their customer. This cannot be achieved sitting in an office in Melbourne, New York or Paris. It means being on the ground in China. Being there to ensure that the mills deliver to sample, that the colour is right, the fabric correct and the fit is as specified. Being there to ensure that production matches sample and does not vary. Being there to control movements and avoid bureaucratic delays. Being there to show that you understand the culture and that nothing less than best will be accepted, or shipped. CK Clothing Group works closely with its mills and factories to ensure continuous improvement. Our Shanghai office employs bi-lingual skilled staff who work closely with head office and our selected partners.

	The CK Clothing Difference
	The CK Clothing Group is one of Australia's leading suppliers of apparel because: Design is a philosophical combination of specific client needs in different environments, trends and styles throughout the world, and a culture of creativity and practicality. CK Clothing is built using only the best people, the best suppliers and the best customers. All parts of the team are critical. Quality is an attitude, not merely a measure. It must be present in everything, everyone and every stage. CK Clothing Group has the financial stability and resources to cope with rapid and continuous growth. Supply chain control requires experienced people in all parts of the process. CK Clothing Group has the structure and people to support this. This combination makes CK Clothing one of the world's leading clothing suppliers. And we are proud of it!

Contact us ...

CK Clothing Group 4-8 Water Road Preston Victoria 3072 Australia Phone: 61 3 9474 6000 Fax: 61 3 9474 6099 Email: business@ckclothing.com.au Web: www.ckclothing.com.au