Vietnam’s garment industry ranks among the foremost industries globally, emphasizing exportation. It sits alongside China and Bangladesh as one of the top three producers and exporters of ready-made garments. Despite this status, Vietnam’s garment industry is primarily recognized for its proficiency in Cut-Make-Trim (CMT) manufacturing. CMT, which constitutes around 73% of total exports, is deemed ideal for harnessing Vietnam’s extensive workforce. This study seeks to identify strategies for elevating Vietnam’s garment industry to higher value-added segments, thereby fostering sustainable development. The research employs a sequential mixed-method approach, comprising qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys conducted in two phases. Through this methodology, two overarching conclusions were drawn and validated. This research aims to shed light on current and future challenges within Vietnam’s garment industry, facilitating the development of effective strategies while averting potential pitfalls.