Best Practice Summit 2026
Powering Fashion. Creating Value.
What needs to change in fashion workflows with AI and how fast do we need to move?
Together, we will explore how AI, 3D, CAD and automation are reshaping the fashion industry – through the Strategy Day designed for executives and managers and the User Day tailored to practitioners.
EVENT at a glance
When? | Strategy Day – 28 September 2026 User Day – 29 September 2026 Starting at 10:30 a.m. |
Where? | Style3D | ASSYST, Max-Planck-Straße 3, 85609 Aschheim-Dornach |
Cost | The event is free of cost! |
Hotels | To the list of recommended hotels |
Impressions from Previous Years
“Over the years, the Summit has brought together more than 100 practitioners and decision-makers from across the fashion industry.”
Did you hear about this year's Global Innovation Summit in Hangzhou but couldn't attend?
Don’t worry, you still have the chance to catch up. Visit our event page to explore the event recap and download the Resource Packs.
Now don’t miss the next opportunity and join us at the Best Practice Summit 2026. Experience practical insights, innovative solutions, and valuable networking with leading experts from the fashion industry.
Two perspectives on one industry shift
The best practice summit is a meeting point for fashion professionals to explore how AI, 3D, CAD and automation can meaningfully improve end-to-end workflows – from strategic direction to hands-on execution – based on real use cases and practical experience.
Strategy Day — AI. Strategy. Impact.
Experts and managers shaping direction, investment and transformation.
User Day — Learn. Apply. Innovate.
Practitioners working with AI, 3D, CAD and automation in daily operations.
Strategy Day
AI. Strategy. Impact.
AI to Production | AI to Store
For managers and business experts, driving change in fashion and product creation.
Personal Invitation Required
The Strategy Day explores a fast-moving shift in fashion driven by AI and 3D – where companies are understanding what this change means and how to translate it into decisions and priorities. A space to compare real-world approaches and define what this means for your direction.
Reserve time for a special evening entertainment.
AGENDA
10:30/11:30 AM
AI Impact
From AI Tools to AI-Driven Intelligent Systems
Technological Developments, Current Trends, and Strategic Business Opportunities of AI for Fashion Companies
11:30 AM/12:30 PM
AI in Practice
Practical Insights and Customer Success Stories on AI, 3D Technologies, and Intelligent Onboarding Processes
12:30/13:00 PM
Lunch
13:00/14:30 PM
Innovation in Practice – Deep Dives
In-Depth Insights into Real-World Use Cases and Practical Experience
14:30/16:00 PM
Rethinking workflows with AI
First Look at the Experts of the Best Practice Summit Strategy Day
KEY TOPICS
AI in fashion: current state and near-future potential
Business impact: efficiency, cost, and digital product creation
Real-world use cases from global brands
Modular workflows from design to production and retail
Strategic exchange with peers
TAKE AWAY
Understand where AI creates real business value
Benchmark against industry approaches
Gain clarity on strategic priorities
New input from real industry practice
Validation or adjustment of transformation plans
USER Day
Learn. Apply. Innovate.
AI | 3D | CAD | Automarker
For practitioners driving daily execution in AI, 3D, CAD & digital product creation.
The User Day is dedicated to hands-on learning, practical workflows and real product updates across AI, 3D, CAD and Automarker technologies.
AGENDA
09:30/10:00 AM
Welcome
Arrive, settle in, and enjoy a cup of coffee. Explore the interactive exhibition in the Styleverse Innovation Hub.
10:00 AM/12:00 PM
Innovation – Discover What’s New
Choose from a selection of workshops designed to showcase the latest updates.
- Style3D Moda (AI) Update
- Style3D Studio R10
- Assyst.CAD 2026
- Automarker & Autocosts Update
- Assyst.CAD Smart Product
12:00/13:00 PM
Lunch
13:00/14:30 PM
Customer Presentations
Gain first-hand insights into how leading fashion companies are driving digital transformation, leveraging AI, and successfully implementing innovative solutions in practice.
14:30/17:00 PM
Hands-on Workshops & Exhibitions
Choose from a range of interactive workshops.
Slot 1
Using Macros Effectively or
AI Prompting & Lighting Scenarios
Slot 2
Smart Product & Graphics or
Working with AI Workflows
Slot 3
3D/2D Workflow or
CAD Features for Fast Efficiency Gains
First Look at the Experts of the Best Practice Summit User Day
KEY TOPICS
Product updates & interactive feedback
Hands-on workshops (AI, 3D, CAD, Smart Product)
Real use cases from the Style3D | ASSYST community
Tips, tricks & workflows you can use immediately
Networking & expert discussions
TAKE AWAY
Practical know-how for immediate use
Improved workflows and efficiency
Hands-on understanding of latest tools
WHY ATTEND
- Real use cases from fashion and digital workflows
- Exchange with peers across strategy and execution
- Benchmarking of tool usage, processes and approaches
- Practical insights from real implementation
Join the Best Practice Summit
Explore how AI, 3D, CAD and automation are applied in real fashion workflows across strategy and execution to drive growths and competitive advantages.