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GelatoConnect Apparel

DTG, DTF, embroidery. One intelligent flow.

GelatoConnect Apparel is the apparel production software that powers high-volume DTG, DTF, and embroidery on one intelligent platform. It connects orders, blanks, artwork, production, and fulfilment, so even multi-method apparel workflows run with near-zero errors and 98% on-time delivery.

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Why switch

One apparel print platform for procurement, production & logistics

Most apparel decorators run fragmented operations — disconnected tools, manual stock checks, and slow fulfilment. GelatoConnect brings it all together.

Without GelatoConnect

Disconnected ordering, production & shipping systems

Manual stock checks and frequent stockouts

Artwork setup done by hand for every order

One-size pricing — no method comparison

Shipping decisions based on guesswork

Scaling means hiring more people

With GelatoConnect Apparel

Procurement, production & logistics in one platform

AI-managed inventory with auto-replenishment alerts

Automated artwork preparation and pre-flight

Intelligent method selection (DTG, DTF, embroidery)

AI-optimised shipping across carriers

Scale volume without scaling headcount

The platform

Built to work together

Three modules, one connected platform. Each solves a critical part of your apparel operation — and they’re even more powerful combined.

Procurement

Smart stock. Zero stockouts.

AI-powered inventory management across all your blank suppliers — auto-replenishment, multi-location tracking, and demand forecasting.

Multi-supplier blank management

Auto-replenishment alerts

Real-time stock visibility across locations

Demand forecasting for peak seasons

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Workflow

Every order. Automated end-to-end.

From artwork prep to method selection to production routing — every step happens automatically, every time.

Automated artwork preparation & pre-flight

Intelligent method selection (DTG, DTF, embroidery)

Smart production routing by capacity

Real-time order tracking & status

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Logistics

Ship smarter. Spend less.

AI compares carriers in real time, generates labels automatically, and optimises every shipment for cost and speed.

AI carrier comparison across providers

Automated label generation

10–25% lower shipping costs

Real-time tracking for every parcel

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How it works

Order in. Shipped out. Nothing manual in between.

From the moment an order arrives to the moment it ships — every step is automated, optimised, and connected.

01

Receive

Order arrives from any channel

Shopify, WooCommerce, API, or manual — orders flow in automatically and queue for production.

02

Prepare

AI prepares artwork

Automated pre-flight, artwork scaling, and print-file generation — no manual setup needed.

03

Allocate

Blanks allocated from stock

AI checks inventory across locations, reserves the right blanks, and flags low-stock items before they run out.

04

Produce

Routed to the right machine

Intelligent method selection — DTG, DTF, or embroidery — based on order specs, capacity, and cost.

05

Ship

AI ships for less

Carrier comparison across providers, automated label generation, and tracking — all optimised for cost and speed.

Every method. One connected flow.

MULTI-METHOD WORKFLOW

GelatoConnect Apparel unifies DTG, DTF, and embroidery production into a single operator-guided workflow — so hybrid orders never require manual handoffs between systems.

Run any machine, any method

One system supports Kornit, Brother, Aeoon, and all major DTF and embroidery machines — out of the box, no custom integrations.

AI artwork prep on every job

Colour profiles, bleed checks, and method-specific adjustments applied automatically — eliminating reprints from preflight errors.

Real-time visibility across all methods

Track every job from intake to dispatch — across DTG, DTF, and embroidery — from one dashboard. Spot bottlenecks before they hit SLAs.

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Never stop production from a stockout again.

BLANK PROCUREMENT

Buy blanks and consumables at the right price — without overstocking. GelatoConnect Apparel automates replenishment, tracks usage by decoration method in real time, and keeps production running smoothly.

Automated replenishment

Set stock thresholds once. GelatoConnect monitors usage by SKU and decoration method and orders automatically from suppliers like S&S Activewear.

40%+ reduction in inventory overhead

Just-in-time procurement means less cash locked in stock. GelatoConnect partners report a 40%+ reduction in inventory overhead on average.

Live stock visibility

Real-time stock levels across all warehouses — including S&S Activewear live inventory — so you always choose the optimal fulfilment location.

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300+ new listings per day. Zero manual setup.

SCALE WITHOUT COMPLEXITY

GelatoConnect Apparel is built for high SKU count — the operational reality of modern print-on-demand apparel. Automate product onboarding, expand to new categories, and connect storefronts in minutes.

Automated product onboarding

TidyMerch scaled to 300+ new product listings per day — replacing hours of manual setup with a fully automated product flow.

Connect storefronts in minutes

Shopify, Etsy, WooCommerce, and more — connect merchant storefronts and offer white-labelled B2C and B2B stores without engineering work.

Expand to new categories

Route new product categories — mugs, phone cases, drinkware — to trusted PSP partners in the network. Receive reciprocal volume in return.

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Apparel Workflow

Join 200+ production operations already growing with GelatoConnect.

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Watch a real-world demo

See how top decorators automate from order to dispatch across DTG, DTF and embroidery.

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Try it yourself

Explore an interactive demo that connects storefronts, decoration, and shipping in one smart flow.

Proven results

Leading decorators. Real results.

GelatoConnect drives measurable outcomes across three dimensions — helping apparel businesses grow revenue, cut costs, and gain control.

Growth

25–100%

growth without extra hiring

Say yes to more orders, new customers, and new markets

5 Minute Onboarding

25-100% growth without extra hiring

25% increased capacity

Efficiency

10–25%

lower shipping cost

Increase throughput and reduce costs with one connected system

10-25% lower shipping costs

14 FTEs saved in workflow — ESP Colour

20% less inventory overhead

Control

0.35%

production error rates

Get end-to-end operational visibility and control

Never Out of Stock

<0.35% production error rates

98% Dispatch on Time

Customer stories

Charlie Saunders, CEO of TidyMerch

TidyMerch

Sweden

Scaled their custom merchandise operation with automated workflows — eliminating manual touchpoints and expanding product range while maintaining quality.

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Imperial Custom Apparel team

Imperial Custom Apparel

United States

Transformed their apparel decoration business with connected procurement and production — reducing turnaround times and increasing order capacity.

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T-Shirt Gang team

T-Shirt Gang

Canada

Grew their custom apparel business with intelligent method selection and automated shipping — winning more orders with faster delivery times.

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Sam Mousavi, CEO, DPI Direct

“Being a part of Gelato’s network gives us access to machine-agnostic software, shipping and supplier relationships.”

Simon Smogur, CEO, ESP Colour

“We’ve grown 20% this year without adding a single person to our team.”

Rick Bellamy, Managing Partner, Inflection

"I'm amazed at the speed Gelato can listen to customers and then build solutions."

Paul Hudson, CEO, Hudson Printing

“It’s the only platform I’ve found that is machine and product agnostic, seamlessly connecting the key aspects of our facility.”

Pierre-Yves Ménard, CEO, Icônes

"The team at Gelato are always happy to accept challenges and react extremely positively to them"

Michael Ramos-Gonzalez, Director, Innova Art

"The Gelato Summit has proven that technology will define the future"

Cheryl Kahanec, CEO, Quantum Group

“Gelato is providing software capabilities designed to facilitate industry changes and enhance collaboration. Together, we achieve more.”

Lars Christoffersen & Jørn Våraker, CEO, Owner & CEO, HG Media

“The fewer systems we depend on, the better. Our long-term goal is to use GelatoConnect on everything.”

Bruce Waterman, Founder, PrintReadyNetwork

"Let the experts at Gelato deal with workflow, logistics and procurement."

Charlie Saunders, CEO, TidyMerch

“GelatoConnect does the work and I just focus on growth.”

Bin Lin, CEO, JVNZ

"The one key thing to hold everything together is the software."

Frequently asked questions

Apparel production software, answered

What is GelatoConnect Apparel?+

GelatoConnect Apparel is apparel production software for print-on-demand operations. It connects ecommerce orders, blank inventory, artwork preparation, production, and fulfilment in one intelligent platform across DTG, DTF, and embroidery. Customers report up to 40% lower shipping costs, 20% less inventory overhead, and growth from zero to 20,000 orders per month in 30 days.

Which decoration methods does GelatoConnect Apparel support?+

DTG (direct-to-garment), DTF (direct-to-film), and embroidery are supported as native decoration methods, with apparel-specific workflows that also handle sublimation. Mixed decoration jobs route automatically by method and machine, so a single order can combine techniques without manual coordination.

Which printers and machines does GelatoConnect Apparel work with?+

GelatoConnect Apparel is machine-agnostic. It connects to industrial DTG and DTF systems from Kornit, Brother, Aeoon, Epson, Ricoh, and others, plus embroidery machines from Tajima, Barudan, and Melco. There is no requirement to replace existing hardware to switch onto the platform.

How does it integrate with Shopify, Etsy, Amazon, and TikTok Shop?+

Store Link, available with GelatoConnect Apparel, connects every major B2C marketplace and B2B portal directly into production. Universal order intake covers Shopify, Etsy, WooCommerce, Amazon, TikTok Shop, plus API, FTP, and manual entry. Orders flow automatically from storefront to production floor without manual entry.

Can I run mixed DTG, DTF, and embroidery jobs in one workflow?+

Yes. Multi-method routing is core to the platform. A single order containing DTG t-shirts, DTF hoodies, and embroidered caps routes automatically to the right machine and station, with operator-guided workflows ensuring each item is produced correctly the first time.

What error rates and on-time delivery can I expect?+

Customers running on GelatoConnect Apparel report under 0.35% error rates and 98% on-time dispatch. AI address validation, automated label generation, and visual pre-shipment confirmation eliminate the most common manual mistakes.

How long does customer onboarding take with Store Link?+

Five minutes. Store Link's self-service customer portal lets a new merchant connect their store, configure products, and start sending orders into production without manual setup time from your team. Imperial Custom Apparel reduced listing time by 95%, going from 1-2 hours per listing to 5-10 minutes.