Avery Dennison, a global leader in materials science and digital identification solutions, has been named among the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026.

This accolade from Fast Company recognizes Avery Dennison’s Optica portfolio, which is transforming supply chain visibility and sustainability across the global apparel industry.

Avery Dennison’s Optica solutions for the apparel industry address a critical challenge: opaque supply chains leading to waste, inefficiency, distrust, and lost revenue. The task is heightened further as consumers demand ever more information about the clothes they buy. 

A recent survey, cited in Avery Dennison’s RFID for Circularity report, found 71% of global respondents care about brands being transparent regarding the materials they use and the manufacturing practices behind their products.

Delia Glover, VP of Product, Apparel Solutions at Avery Dennison, says: “This recognition validates our belief that every garment has a story to tell, and with our technology, we’re effectively stitching digital intelligence into the fabric of fashion. Connecting the physical and digital illuminates the supply chain, providing our clients with the product accuracy they need to operate with confidence.”

The Optica solutions portfolio for apparel features trigger sensors such as RFID-enabled intelligent labels, QR code technology, the atma.io connected product cloud, and use-case-specific hardware. This provides brands and retailers with real-time visibility, from raw materials to finished goods. 

With 4,500 factory clients using Optica apparel solutions, the platform is reshaping how global supply chains operate by helping reduce waste and inefficiencies while boosting revenue.