Abstract:
The given paper reflects on the results of the analysis of value added produced by Moldovan apparel companies in comparison with the ones from developed countries. Value chain presents the basis of the value added creation. Local apparel companies cover very low number of the value chain rings, due to the fact that they are mostly specialized in cooperation with foreign clients based on Lohn production. In order to increase value added, it is necessary to move to more complicated forms of cooperation with foreign customers, which, however, requires new knowledge and skills on the part of apparel companies.