Manufacturing & Sourcing
Why Is a Physical Sample More Important Than a Digital Design?
In modern apparel sourcing, digital design tools are powerful. Brands can visualize styles, adjust proportions, and share ideas instant...
How To Reduce Risk With A 150 – 300 Piece Clothing Production Run
Launching a new clothing line feels bold and exciting. But a 150 - 300 piece production run is not “safe by default.” It sits in an awk...
What Are the Costs Associated With a Low MOQ Order?
Low MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) orders sound simple: order fewer pieces, spend less money, test the market, then scale up. But the rea...
What Are the Payment Terms for Small MOQ Orders?
Small MOQ orders feel friendly on the surface. Fewer units, smaller budgets, quicker decisions. But here’s the uncomfortable truth many...
How to Manage Quality Control Without Delaying Shipments
Many apparel brands assume they must sacrifice speed to protect quality, or sacrifice quality to meet shipping deadlines. This belief i...
Why an Estimate Without a Sample Is a Risk for Your Brand
You have a new design in hand. You send sketches, a tech pack, or even just reference photos to several factories. One reply stands out...
What Are Standard Payment Terms for Clothing Manufacturers?
Payment terms are where trust meets reality in apparel manufacturing. Designs and prices may look perfect on paper, but payment terms d...
Tech Pack to Finished Garments: A Complete Production Timeline Guide (8–16 Weeks)
Most orders move through four phases: Development (Weeks 1–4), Pre-Production (Weeks 3–5), Bulk Manufacturing (Weeks 5–12), and Final I...
How Does a Prototype Sample Affect My Clothing Production Cost?
You finish your design. Then the factory asks for a prototype sample. It can feel like a delay and an extra bill. In reality, a prototy...
What Is T/T (Telegraphic Transfer)?
In international trade, T/T (Telegraphic Transfer) is the most widely used payment method—especially in apparel, footwear, furniture, a...