# NIKE Fall 2023 Issue Building a more Sustainable Future with the Virtual Twin In today's rapidly evolving global market, sustainability has become a paramount concern for businesses across all industries. Footwear companies are no exception, as they grapple with the need to reduce their environmental footprint while meeting the ever-growing consumer demands for high-performing, innovative footwear. Dassault Systèmes, a pioneer in virtual twin technology, offers a compelling solution to this challenge. This transformative tool integrates design, manufacturing, and operations, enabling businesses to create eco-friendly products from inception to end-of-life. Through comprehensive simulations, it minimizes waste, optimizes supply chains, and enhances product durability, significantly reducing environmental impacts, such as water and energy consumption. Dassault Systèmes' Virtual Twin technology is reshaping the way footwear companies approach sustainable innovation. [Subscribe](/brick/42574) 3DEXPERIENCE Modeling & Simulation Conference We are pleased to announce our **4th global virtual conference**. Attendees of this conference will see how moving to a unified design and simulation approach can truly change their approach to product development. [3DEXPERIENCE Modeling & Simulation Conference Thumbnail](/media/13600) [ Register Now ](https://events.3ds.com/modsim-conference-2023) From Insight to Impact: Accelerating Sustainable Materials Innovation How do we unlock the potential of materials for a low-carbon future? Turn insights into real-world solutions with a digital platform advantage. [From Insight to Impact: Accelerating Sustainable Materials Innovation thumbnail](/media/13601) [ Read Now ](https://www.3ds.com/sustainability/sustainable-production/sustainable-materials-innovation) Welcome to the Quarterly Newsletter exclusively for Nike! On behalf of the Dassault Systèmes’ Nike team, thank you for being here. In this Fall issue, we focus on sharing content that aligns to the overall theme of Sustainable Innovation in support of Nike's ESG vision and "Bloom Over Doom" initiatives. We hope you find this material interesting and valuable. Don't forget to check out our free Modeling & Simulation Virtual Conference coming up on November 7th! Wishing you and your families a Happy Holiday season. Joshua Rowe Nike Client Executive, Dassault Systèmes ![Joshua Rowe > Profile > Dassault Systèmes](https://www.3ds.com/assets/invest/2023-02/joshua-rowe-profile.jpg) Josh Rowe is the Strategic Account Manager supporting all of Nike's Digital Initiatives from Ideation to Production. Josh is a driven, performance-focused software sales executive passionate about helping footwear & lifestyle brands digitally transform their business to fuel innovation and win against their corporate goals, ultimately promoting health & wellness amongst consumers. [Email](mailto:Joshua.Rowe@3ds.com) [781-775-6312](tel:781-775-6312) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-rowe-823ba194/) ## Additional Insights Joshua Rowe Nike Client Executive, Dassault Systèmes ![Joshua Rowe > Profile > Dassault Systèmes](https://www.3ds.com/assets/invest/2023-02/joshua-rowe-profile.jpg) Josh Rowe is the Strategic Account Manager supporting all of Nike's Digital Initiatives from Ideation to Production. Josh is a driven, performance-focused software sales executive passionate about helping footwear & lifestyle brands digitally transform their business to fuel innovation and win against their corporate goals, ultimately promoting health & wellness amongst consumers. [Email](mailto:Joshua.Rowe@3ds.com) [781-775-6312](tel:781-775-6312) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-rowe-823ba194/) Christian Bright Nike Technical Executive, Dassault Systèmes ![Christian Bright > Speaker> Dassault Systèmes](https://www.3ds.com/assets/invest/2023-02/christian-bright-speaker.jpg) Christian is a Technical Executive focused on the Consumer Packaged Goods – Retail and Home & Lifestyle industries. He leverages his diverse background in manufacturing, product design, and program management to drive successful digital transformations and deliver value to customers. [Email](mailto:christian.bright@3ds.com) [864-526-7249](tel:864-526-7249) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-bright/) ![Nike > Hero Banner > Dassault Systèmes](https://www.3ds.com/assets/invest/2023-03/nike-february-2023-newletter-hero-banner.jpg)