Patchify - Creates new value from discarded garments and products
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | ProFlow AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 350 000 |
| Project duration | November 2022 - June 2023 |
| Status | Completed |
| Venture | Innovations for a sustainable mobility system - individual applications |
Important results from the project
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** The aim is to create new value from discarded products with a service that simplifies recirculation by connecting handling of products with repaires and new sales. The goal is a proof of concept. The project has made available a flow at the e-retailer Nimble Patch, where discarded and/or repaired garments are sold and where handling and repair is only added when the product is re-sold. The pilot has launched the service at the e-retailer, implemented system support, marketed the service and developed a financial model for all participating partners.
Expected long term effects
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** The project has resulted in a Proof of concept where an e-retailer can have a flow where their discarded flow is reused and sold to customers, which leads to increased profitability per garment, reduced environmental impact and improved capital formation by offering product + selected repair service. Through the pilot, the idea has been realized and confirmed. Nimble Patch will continue to offer the service and Patchify is part of Easycom´s system. The system support and development of an economic model means that the concept is ready to be scaled up.
Approach and implementation
** Denna text är maskinöversatt ** Partner identification and analysis: Nimble Patch was selected as a partner and an analysis was done to adapt the system and service to the pilot company. Implementation of pilot: Process mapping, database structure and marketing materials were developed and the new solution was built for the website. An economic model was developed for all partners and the Patchify service could be launched in April 2023. Genom Proteko/Nordiska Textile Academy carried out activities with a focus on marketing and brand design around the concept of increased impact.