4.4.5 - Approve the costing or the budget of sampling
4.9.1 - Assess the initial fit of the samples with selected fit models
4.9.3 - Implement pattern adjustments based on feedback
4.1.1 - Search vendors online and offline
4.8.3 - Approve the samples for bulk production if they meet all standards
Technical Design
4.6.6 - The garment vendor check the materials qualtiy after the materials are delivered
4.4.1 - Evaluate material costs
4.8.4 - Document approvals and any notes for bulk production
4.6.13 - Conduct fitting sessions to assess fit and comfort
4.1.9 - Select vendors best suited for the specific sample requirements
QA
4.6.3 - The garment vendor pay the suppliers after confirmation of the order by the suppliers
4.1.7 - Create vendor assessment report based on evaluation criteria
4.8.1 - Conduct a thorough review of the samples
4.6.11 - Verify measurements against the tech-pack
Arrange and monitor transit to the brand's location for review
4.9.2 - Gather feedback from fit sessions and identify necessary adjustments
4.8.2 - Provide feedback to vendors if any adjustments are needed
Fabric Sourcing
4.1.5 - Phone visit vendors to get more details or launch a RFI to obtain more information
Request for initial samples from the design team to test the feasibility and initial look of the garment
4.6.7 - The garment vendor makes the paper pattern after receiving the materials
4.3.1 - Prescreen the candidates for fabrics and FG (including OEM and R&D centers)
4.5 Formal request to vendors to produce the samples based on the tech-pack and allocation strategy
4.6.4 - The garment vendor pay the balance after the completion of the materials
4.6.14 - Review the quality report submitted by suppliers and against the in-house quality inspenction results
Finance
4.6.2 - The garment vendor issue orders to fabric and accessories suppliers
4.7.1 Vendors arrange for expedited shipping of samples to the brand's location
4.2.1 - Submits a sample request
4.1.10 - Determine the vendor allocation of samplings for fabrics vendors and FG vendors (including OEM and R&D centers)
4.3.4 - Place the order and arrange for expedited delivery for sample
Develop a strategy to allocate sample production to appropriate vendors
Order a small amount of fabric (sample yardage) needed to produce the initial samples
4.7.2 Monitor the shipment to ensure timely delivery
4.6.10 - Check for any visible defects or discrepancies
Sample Development
Refine and approve the fit of samples to meet design and quality standards.
4.1.11 - Inform selected vendors of their allocation and provide necessary details
Production of samples by the vendors
4.9.5 Conduct final fit sessions to approve the samples for bulk production.
Final approval of the samples before proceeding to bulk production
4.2.3 - Initiate the tech-pack and sample request to the fabric suppliers and sample room (R&D center)
Garment Sourcing
4.4.2 - Evaluate the cost of labor for producing the samples
4.6.5 - The fabric and accessories vendor ships the goods
4.1.8 - Visit the shortlist factores to verify the authenticity of background research
4.6.12 - Ensure fabric and trims match specifications
End
4.4.4 - Summarize all costs to get an initial costing evaluation
4.4.3 - Evaluate the factor in overhead costs and shipping costs
Product Design
Garment Vendors
Estimate the initial cost of producing the samples and potential bulk production
4.9.4 Produce and ship revised samples based on adjusted patterns
4.6.1 - KTB pay sample order cost
4.3.3 - Reach out to selected fabric suppliers to order the required yardage
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Logistics
4.5.2 - Send the sample request to the allocated vendors
