Ordering and valuation
10 most common mistakes when ordering clothing with print
Most common mistakes when ordering shirts and clothing with logo. Sizes, files, deadline, technique and valuation - check before ordering.
Most problems when ordering printed clothing can be predicted even before production. Lack of graphics dimension, incomplete list of sizes or too late changes can delay implementation more than the marking process itself.
What affects the scope and cost of implementation?
- no final number of pieces
- unknown print dimension
- many changes in the project
- incomplete personalization list
- express time limit
- No established clothing model
The more data is known at the beginning, the easier it is to prepare a comparable valuation and predict a deadline. The absence of one parameter, e.g. the print dimension, can change the cost more than a small difference in the number of pieces.
How to plan your order step by step
- close the size list before production
- send one final file or clearly indicate the correct version
- set the deadline needed and not only the deadline for ordering
- confirm colors and marking sites
- check the summary before accepting
It is worth to appoint one person responsible for final letters and acceptance. This is particularly important for group orders and personalized orders.
The most common organisational errors
- ordering clothing without checking the size table
- sending a small logo from the communicator
- change in number of units after start-up of production
- assuming that each material will accept any technique
- comparing offers without checking the clothing model
- lack of time available before the event
- no one decision-making person
- illegible list of names and numbers
- choice of technique only at the lowest price
- skipping care rules
Many problems are not due to the technology, but to the version of files, outdated lists and changes introduced after the start of production. A simple acceptance process reduces these risks.
Examples of practice
- in the class series, one letter in the letter could mean a new shirt
- with company clothing different models with several orders can have different sizes
- with large graphics, the lack of dimension prevents comparison of valuations
- for an urgent period of time, availability of clothing may be more important than production itself
Each of these scenarios may be simplified if the specification is stored and used for subsequent homage.
How do I prepare an inquiry to get a specific answer faster?
Enter the product or its use, number of pieces, size, date, marking sites and indicative dimension. Include the best available file and check if individual plays are to be personalized.
You don't have to choose your own technology. A good valuation should take into account the technical and economic option for a particular project.
How to assess quality before a larger order?
With a larger series, it is not worth to evaluate quality only on the basis of the product photo or technology name. The specific clothing model, material quality, file preparation and process repetition are important. If the order is either visually valid or intensively used, a sample, marking test or at least an accurate visualisation on the target product is a good solution.
It is also worth checking whether the contractor can explain the limitations of the chosen method. A reliable recommendation is not a promise that any graphics can be done identically on any material. Sometimes the best decision is to simplify the design, change the marking site or use two different techniques in one set of clothing.
How do you compare offers to compare the same?
Two offers can look similar and apply to completely different products. Before comparison check the manufacturer and model of clothing, weight or composition of material, the actual dimension of marking, the number of places, technique, the range of file preparation and whether the price includes personalization and additional work. Only such a set of data makes it possible to fairly assess the difference in price.
It is also worth asking about the possibility of subsequent homage. The cheapest model that disappears from the offer after a few months may make it difficult to maintain a coherent appearance of the team. With fixed company clothing, availability and repeatability of the product are often just as important as the price of the first order.
When is it worth a test or marking test?
The sample is particularly useful for unusual material, new clothing model, large circulation, complicated graphics or a situation where color and impression of printing are of great importance. It allows you to evaluate not only the character itself, but also its proportions, position and behavior of the entire product after the assumption.
Not every order requires a full production sample. With a simple, proven design, it is often enough to visualize and approve dimensions. The greater the financial or image risk, the more it pays to take time to check the solution first.
What is worth saving for the next home?
After successful implementation, it is worth keeping the name of the manufacturer and model of clothing, color, size, source file logo, technique, exact size and place of marking. Such specification shortens the subsequent order and reduces the risk that the new batch will look different from the previous one.
With companies, schools, clubs and organizations, a simple standard of order works well. One approved table of models and logo places makes it possible to match new people without redesigning everything from the beginning. It is especially important when orders are executed several times a year.
How do I translate this information into a real order?
It is best to prepare a short specification: type of product, number of pieces, size, date, place of marking and file. If you do not know the technique, do not guess - a description of the application and expected effect will usually suffice to compare the available possibilities.
With a larger series, it is also worth looking at the possibility of later homes. A coherent clothing model, a saved logo dimension and one accepted source file make it easier to maintain a similar effect in subsequent batches.
What should I prepare before valuation?
- indicative number of pieces and sizes
- information on the type of clothing or its use
- logo or best available graphic file
- place and approximate size of marking
- date for which clothing is to be needed
- information about personalization if each piece is to differ
Such a set of data does not yet mean order, but allows you to prepare a concrete and comparable proposal instead of guessing costs.
THE MOST COMMON QUESTIONS
FAQ
What usually delays the order?
No final data, size and acceptance of the project.
Can you change the design after the start of production?
Sometimes not, because the materials could already have been prepared or printed.
How to avoid personalization errors?
Use one table, double check it and point out the person responsible for final acceptance.
Is it worth ordering a sample of clothing?
With more effort or important design, a sample can save many problems.
Is the cheapest offer the best?
Not always, especially if it contains a different clothing model, less printing or skipping part of the cost.
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