1. Technical expertise: Computational design and digital fabrication require proficiency in advanced software, coding languages, and hardware. Developing in-house expertise can be costly and time-consuming.
2. Cost: Equipment and software required for digital fabrication can be expensive. Additionally, customization and personalization that come with the technology can drive up production costs.
3. Material limitations: Many materials used in the traditional fashion industry are not compatible with digital fabrication equipment, which can limit designers' choices.
4. Sustainability: While digital fabrication has the potential to reduce waste in fashion production, it requires a lot of energy and can be energy-intensive. The energy footprint of digital fabrication needs to be considered.
5. Intellectual property: Digital designs can be easily replicated, making it difficult to protect the intellectual property of designers and brands.
6. Employment impact: With the automation of tasks, some less-skilled jobs in manufacturing could be displaced and knowledge of these traditional techniques may be lost.
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