ATLANTA, March 24, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Lectra, the world leader in integrated technology solutions dedicated to industries using soft materials--fabrics, leather, technical textiles and composite materials--will present on technology innovations at an upcoming technology event for the West Coast apparel and retail industry.

Lectra will share insights on how technology can help companies create the process visibility necessary to develop products that will sell in today's crowded fashion landscape.

Apparel's Tech Conference West is produced by Apparel, a recognized authority for leading apparel brand, retail and manufacturing executives. The event will bring these executives together in Los Angeles, California on April 2, 2014 to discuss today's most pressing challenges and how technology can be harnessed to address them.

"At Apparel's Tech Conference West, we are pleased to host a number of leading solution providers, including Lectra, who not only showcase up-to-the-minute technology to our audience, but also contribute valuable content to the event as well through Technology Solution and Topic Briefing sessions, which adds rich insights and actionable benchmark information," commented Susan Nichols, Publisher of Apparel Magazine.

"Lectra is pleased to continue its strong partnership with Apparel. Through our participation at this event, we will share knowledge from our 40+ years in the industry and provide insights that will enable executives to make informed and strategic technology decisions," said Roy Shurling, President of Lectra North America.

About Lectra

Lectra is the world leader in integrated technology solutions that automate, streamline and accelerate product design, development and manufacturing processes for industries using soft materials. Lectra develops the most advanced specialized software and cutting systems and provides associated services to a broad array of markets including fashion (apparel, accessories, footwear), automotive (car seats and interiors, airbags), furniture, as well as a wide variety of other market sectors, such as aeronautical and marine industries, wind power and personal protective equipment. Lectra serves 23,000 customers in more than 100 countries with 1,400 employees and $270 million in 2013 revenues. The company is listed on NYSE Euronext.

For more information, please visit www.lectra.com.

Contact - Lectra North America: Jahmin Lee
Email: ja.lee@lectra.com
Tel.:+1 770 422 8050 - Fax: +1 800 538 7619

SOURCE Lectra