The project aims to establish a National Observatory to optimize the Italian native wool supply chain. This vision is articulated through three interconnected objectives:

1. Contextual research and analysis of macroeconomic and socio-cultural trends to support strategic mapping of the national supply chain;
2. Modeling of a sustainable supply chain through an open georeferenced map to support future research-action initiatives;
3. Design, prototyping, and validation of an operational digital platform that remains active after the project ends.

This integrated approach intends to transform the wool sector through sustainability, promoting native wool production and driving innovation toward the factory of the future.

Main expected results:

• Implementation of a georeferenced digital platform for supply chain visibility;
• Creation of a collaborative space for stakeholder information sharing;
• Development of Cradle-to-Cradle inspired design and production models;
• Definition of business strategies for circular economy;
• Promotion of innovative collaborative models among supply chain actors;
• Consolidation of sustainable models in the Italian textile industry;
• Enhancement of local resources;
• Creation of economic opportunities in marginalized areas.