SOP: Quality Process at Sample
1.0 Purpose
To study in detail the samples for development like construction, fit, Material characteristic to styling, and production work methods. To ensure that specification details received from the buyer are processed according to their requirements.
2.0 Scope
This procedure shall cover sampling from sample development stages up to the time it is finally approved by the latter for bulk production.
3.0 Authority
This procedure is issued and controlled by the Sample/Technical Manager.
4.0 Area of responsibility
It is the responsibility of the Head of Sample Section to ensure that standard operating Procedures (SOP) are enforced.
5.0 Procedure
5.1 Patterns
5.1.1 If Patterns received from the buyer will be verified against customer’s specification.
5.1.2 In case of any discrepancy, sample room shall inform Merchandising Department by accomplishing details buyer pattern against spec or any.
5.1.3 If no patterns received from buyer, earlier approved patterns of similar style of same buyer will be used as base for Fit/Pattern Balance and patterns adjusted as per required spec.
5.1.4 Patterns should be added process allowance for sewing/cutting loss and the same will be verified during sample.
5.2 Wash Shrinkage
5.2.1 For Wash styles, washing shrinkage should be tested as per wash standard required.
5.2.2 Always add the tested/ actual washing shrinkage into the patterns.
5.2.3 Always need to mention, Pattern measurements (Spec + Process allowance +Washing Shrinkage) on the pattern, Target Before wash (Spec + Washing shrinkage).
5.2.4 Target Before wash measurement – Always pattern maker to provide Target Before wash (TBW) measurements for critical POMs – Chest, Sweep, Sleeve, Waist, Seat, Thigh, Knee, Bottom opening Inseam etc.
5.2.5 Before wash measurement – Before wash measurements should be checked against Target Before wash measurement.
5.2.6 Technicians/QA/IE teams identify Potential Production difficulties related to Construction/ sewing methods prior to fit sample, this should be discussed during risk assessment meeting.
5.2.7 Samples should be made with constructions which are feasible for bulk run.
5.2.8 Always try to use Folders in order to get consistent quality with higher productivity.
5.2.9 Factory Option - If the construction requested by the buyer is not feasible for bulk, then always provide a factory option during development/Fit sampling stage.
5.2.9.1 Option A -Follow construction detail exactly as per customer requirements.
5.2.9.2 Option B – Factory option along with parent sample to achieve consistent quality & productivity without affecting/altering style and aesthetic look of the garment.
5.2.9 All clarifications related to construction, Research and development should be cleared during development and Fit sampling stage.
5.2.10 Construction cannot be changed once the PP is approved.
6.0 Reference
6.1 JEX/PDC/FO/001 sample check report
7.0 Definitions
