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If you are not familiar with the in’s and out’s of the fashion production process, then launching a new brand or new collection can be a minefield for business owners, who need to manufacture their own products, on time and on budget.
This is where I can help. I can advise, manage and oversee all aspects of the garment production process, which includes finding the right fabrics and trims and working closely with factories on your behalf to ensure you get quality products at fair prices. Below is an overview of the services that I offer for fashion production management.
Our collaboration begins with assisting you in preparing your designs for sampling. Depending on the size of your collection, this process may take 2-4 weeks to compile the necessary documents.
Each design must have a tech pack, a comprehensive document detailing garment specification, including measurements, sewing techniques, fabrics, colours, and print placements.
Understanding which materials, fabrics, trims and other production essentials are required for which garments. I can source and cost these along with factories who can work with these materials. Also, being an expert on sustainable fashion production, means that I can help you reduce the impact of your products.
In order to translate an idea into a commercial garment, it must first be sampled, checked, size graded, refined for fit and then finally approved for manufacture. Each design must have an industry standard tech pack, a comprehensive document detailing technical specifications, measurements, sewing techniques, fabrics, colours and print placements.
A successful project is one that comes in on budget, so I assist you in developing production budgets and optimizing production efficiency, helping you control costs effectively and bring your products to market, both on budget and on time.
I collaborate closely with production houses to produce samples while negotiating favourable terms on your behalf. Having long term experience working with suppliers and negotiating terms and prices, means that I undertand costing and can ensure that you do not overpay or get stung with unfavourable terms.
Our collaboration begins with assisting you in preparing your designs for sampling. Depending on the size of your collection, this process may take 2-4 weeks to compile the necessary documents.
Each design must have a tech pack, a comprehensive document detailing garment specification, including measurements, sewing techniques, fabrics, colours, and print placements.
Have a vision of the garment you want to create but not the technical skills to bring it to reality? As a qualified patternmaker herself, Madonna can offer valuable consultations to create a design decisions which will workable with production and factory requirements.
A tech pack is an crucial part of the process, and the blueprint of your design throughout the entire process of development, production and quality control. You’ll need a professional industry standard tech pack to get custom manufacturing quotes from factories, and enable you to make important design decisions before investing in sampling.
A unique and exclusive print is part of your brand’s unique offering. We can help you source ready made, exclusive prints or commissioning a custom textile design to fit your brand vision. We work with a professional textile print studios to find the right design for you. If you are unsure about which print method is best suited to your requirements, we can help step you through the option available.
Collaborating closely with design professionals and factories to produce production ready designs while negotiating favourable terms on your behalf. Having long term experience working with suppliers and negotiating terms and prices, means that I undertand costing and can ensure that you do not overpay or get stung with unfavourable terms.
During this phase, which typically spans 12 to 16 weeks, we dive into the intricacies of production scheduling. I help to create a production schedule that allocates resources, outlines workflow management, and coordinates all aspects of the production process. This comprehensive planning ensures the efficient delivery of your products.
Time is money, so planning is one of the most important things when launching a fashion brand. I create a detailed production schedule, allocate resources, and manage workflows to ensure timely product delivery.
Finding factories and suppliers who you can trust to deliver the quality your need is not a simple task. Building relationships with trusted and talented production factories means that I can help you avoid being overcharged for lesser quality.
In parallel with production scheduling, you may like to have visually appealing and brand-aligned packaging solution. Whether it’s customized tags, eco-friendly packaging, or unique presentation, I can assist you to ensure that your products are not only impeccably crafted but also beautifully packaged.
Unforeseen challenges can emerge during production, trust me I’ve seen it all! My role is to forsee and avoid these problems, and when necessary, swiftly address and resolve these issues. Whether it’s supply chain disruptions, production hiccups, or quality issues.
Consumers are increasingly demanding transparency from fashion brands about the sustainability and ethics of their products. I can guide and advise you on ways to build this into your production to offset and minimise the impact of your products.
I am an expert on the use of sustainable textiles such as organic cotton, Lenzing Tencel and bamboo fibers. When I began my sustainable fashion label, these things were new to the market and difficult to source, but I have built supplier relationships which have access to the latest eco-friendly fabrics.
If choosing suppliers who take consideration of sustainability in their production and workplace is important to your business, then I can assist with this. Also, utilising design techniques to reduce waste and sustainable dyeing or printing methods are additional improvements to consider.
We support factories with high worker welfare and ethical approaches to their manufacturing employees’ work standards. You can also request agreements and assurances regarding the standards of any factories that we choose to work with and we can do on-site inspections if necessary.
To minimise the impact of your products, I can consult with you about logistical options to assist this, regarding shipping and factory location or even sourcing a factory that uses green energy. Also, carbon offsetting is another thing to consider to reduce the footprint of your products.
By carefully considering transportation methods, navigating customs regulations, and proactively addressing quality control and returns management, I ensure the smooth flow of our products from production to distribution.
Making sure garments arrive in saleable condition and with quality construction with a good fit is key to a successful production run. I maintain high-quality standards throughout the production process, overseeing production activities to ensure product excellence.
Negotiating deals with shipping suppliers can mean making more profit, not just making a deadline. My experience and relationships with shipping companies as well as experience with international shipping issues means I can give you a head start and save you money.
Understanding the issues and costs regarding the import and export of manufactured products will asist you in keeping to deadlines and to budgets.
Knowing how many products to order, what sizes, colours and styles can be a tricky part of the fashion business. I can help your to manage stock levels and make sure that you are able to re-order and re-stock when needed.
In addition to the production side, I can also assist with the setup and launch of your e-commerce trade. With expert Shopify skills and relationships with designers and web developers, I can assist with you setup, branding and e-commerce imagery.
i can consult on the setup and optimisation of a new Shopify store which is designed to manage and sell your fashion collection. I have designed and still run a successful and high converting e-commerce store, so know all the optimizations which will increase your sales and customer retention.
Professional and appealing images of your garments with colour correct representation is crucial to a successful eCommerce store and low levels of returns. I can help you to create ghosted, flat lay and studio shot catalogue garment images to setup your site and sell your products.
I have a network of photographers, stylists, models, influencers and makeup artists that I have worked with on many shoots. Working with a stylist from mood-boarding stage, to sourcing locations, props, casting models and even managing shot lists on the day, I have so much value that I can bring to a shoot.
Need branding, marketing material or brand collateral for your launch? We can work with my team of designers who are specialists in the field of fashion branding and brand communication, including social media, EDM marketing and digital marketing.
Click here to schedule a live discovery call with Madonna, where she will offer a FREE, no obligation consultation on how Assembly Line can help you to plan, produce and launch your fashion line or product.
