The footwear industry is divided into three divisions based on the end-user: men, women, and children. Every segment has potential growth opportunities shortly, and the market for sustainable women's footwear is expected to grow significantly due to several factors. The rising number of young people around the world, combined with their significant purchasing power, is expected to favor market growth over the forecast period. Consumer awareness is increasing, which is encouraging firms to innovate their product offers.
Gupta H.C. Overseas (I) Pvt Ltd has fine-tuned itself to work with the world's greatest brands as a long-term supply chain partner. Chetan Gupta, speaking about the company's strategy for bringing the right products as per ongoing trends, says "We work with international designers and freelancers to get regular updates on the latest trends and styles in women's footwear. We exhibit a diverse selection of designs and prototypes at various trade shows to meet the needs of major markets throughout the world.
We have created a robust supply chain that is backed by some higher-quality component suppliers, ensuring long-term product availability in an acceptable period. To thrive in a more dynamic and global market, we have advanced machine technology and re-engineer processes to make our operations more efficient, and we have obtained the ability to adapt to administrative, financial, and production process related difficulties”.
Over the years, sustainability has been identified as an important trend. Addressing this, Gupta H.C. Overseas believes that product innovations will
continue to gain traction, with sustainable means of production such as lower labor costs through effective mechanization and process standardization, as well as waste reduction through lean management, playing a key role.
Adoption of newer technology and the manufacture of women's footwear made of better and more sustainable materials will also play a vital role in the future's sustainable growth.
Characteristics that Set Gupta H.C. Overseas Unique
Several essential elements provide Gupta H.C. Overseas with a competitive edge. State-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, a DSIR (Government of India) certified R&D department, designs by leading Italian/Spanish design studios, in-house Italian/Spanish/Dutch experts, and an in-house training institute aimed at providing employment and skills to people from village settlements and the BPL category are some of the key factors that set Gupta H.C. Overseas apart from the competitors in the market.
Gupta H.C. overseas (i) pvt ltd has been awarded the coveted 'Niryat Shree' award twice by the president of India for excellence in the field of export performance
The company's R&D department has been certified by the DSIR, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. This is the first time a footwear unit has received this accreditation. Compliance with various statutory/legal/environmental/social requirements is of paramount significance to the team of Gupta H.C. Overseas and they are always a step ahead in that area. Transparency at every step contributes to the confidence of the company's clientele.
Being Eco-sensitive and considering social towards society, Gupta H.C. Overseas has become a Higg Index verified firm with a 250kw solar power plant that saves 200,000 kg CO2 per year. All unit’s/building’s rooftops are entirely utilized for solar power generation. The company now buys almost all of its leather from LWG-certified tanneries and has increased its use of chrome-free leather. Almost all of the recycled materials of Gupta H. C. Overseas are verified by applicable certificates, as the company buys textile lining made from BCI certified cotton and soles from GRS certified suppliers. In addition, the organization seeks inventive new materials that are less harmful to the environment.
Working for renowned international brands across six continents is something Gupta H.C. Overseas has a lot of experience with. “Gupta H.C. Overseas (I) Pvt. Ltd., founded in 1987, is India's top supplier of ladies high fashion leather footwear. From a humble beginning of 50 pairs per day, we now have a daily capacity of 9500 pairs over three state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. We achieved this milestone by performance management, meticulous planning, long-term product development, manufacturing process improvement, and the adoption of newer technologies and machines available in the industry,” concludes Chetan.