Uzbekistans Apparel has registered development since her independence from the soviet state (USSR).Being land locked despite the supporting factors such as political stability, fast growing economy, infrastructure and rich raw materials, supply chain management is strongly required to reduce lead time.The main objective of this study was to understand apparel supply chain difficulties starting from new orders, supply of raw materials, production processes to finished goods distribution.We collected data from trade statistics, structured interviews and survey questionnaires were sent to manufacturer.　　From the data collected, we identified supply chain practices influencing the industry through understanding the procedures, and process involved starting from placing an order up to when the supplier delivers the product.In our study we came up with suggestions, guidelines for improvement and sustainable growth of the sector.The case study was Uzbekistan, because there are many companies in textile business more focus was put on the key players in the market.Most textile business is in the cities of Tashkent, Andijan, Fergana, Namangan, Kokand and Samarkand.We measured the order process by lead time defined as the time taken from when the order is placed up to when the goods are delivered to buyer premises.It was noticed that lead time depends on country, means of transport, trade policies and order quantity.Trade policies between different　　countries have a significant influence on lead time because processing of import/export documents, customs documentations was found key as this would double lead time in case some documents are missing.The study revealed that, to reduce lead time by 80％, reduction of import dependency, improving machinery technology and attracting foreign investors in the apparel industry is required.