READY MADE GARMENTS TOOLS FOR EXPORTING THE ORDER

TECH PACK: A tech pack is an informative sheet that designers create to communicate
with a manufacturer all the necessary components needed to construct a product.
Typically, designers will include measurements, materials, colors, trim, hardware,
grading, labels, tags, etc.

SPEC SHEET: A garment specification (spec) sheet, or measurement table, is a

technical document that contains all construction details of the garment. It looks
like a technical diagram or a sketch of a garment, including all of its measurements.
Designers to communicate design concepts to manufacturers use spec sheets.

PO SHEET::Purchase order is a written document that includes specification of

product, Product Price , Total order quantity, size break-up, packing instruction and
shipping address etc. Purchase Order is known as PO.

SIZE RATIO: If given packing size ratio is M: L: XL = 2:2:1, it means you need to pack 2
medium sizes, 2 large sizes and 1 extra-large size of garments together. Ratio packing helps
buyers in the distribution of the garment in different retail stores .
What is pattern : Pattern is a hard paper on which different component of garments of a
particular style are sketched according to the measurement of the garments.
Grading:
Grading a procedure of either increasing or decreasing the size of the sample
pattern. The process of making a sample size pattern larger or smaller to
make up a complete size range.

WHAT IS MARKER : A marker is a diagram of a precise arrangement of pattern pieces

for sizes of a specific style that are to be cut from in one spread.

Costing :

In fashion manufacturing, costing means the process of estimating and then

determining the total cost of producing a garment or item. It generally includes
raw material cost, construction of the garment, trims, packaging, shipping and
operating expenses and labor, among others

COST OF MAKING (CM): CM cost or Cost of Making garments indicates the sewing
line cost of each garment

Shipment : Shipment for this call when any goods transport for movement
actual destination by any transport mode which called shipment.

. Consumption: : In the apparel business, consumption means the quality of raw

materials with a view to MAKE a price of garment. In order to calculate the quantity
of how much fabric, sewing thread, zipper, button, and other accessories are required to
produce a garment up to the exporting is called consumption.

LEAD TIME: In apparel industry, lead time is the total amount of time required for
completing a product beginning from the date of receiving the order to the shipment of
the goods to customer. Time is a great issue in apparel trade as orders are based on weather,
seasons and occasions.

PACKING LIST : A packing list itemizes the contents of each package (box, pallets, etc). It
includes weights, measurements and detailed lists of the goods in each package. The packing
list should be included in carton or package, and can be attached to the outside of a package
with a copy inside.
TYPES OF PACKIG LIST :

• SOLID
• ASSORTMENT
GSM: GSM stands for grams per square metre, which refers to the weight of a fabric. In
general, the higher a fabric's GSM, the thicker and more hard-wearing it's likely to be. For
example, denim has a much higher GSM than chiffon

TRIMSCARD: A trim card is used to show approved trims by attaching all garment trims
and accessories on the trim card. In the production floor, supervisors used to follow the trim
card as a guide for identifying the right trims. The trim card is made of white paper which is little
thicker than the normal A4 printing paper.

STRIKE OFF: A strike off is a sample of fabric that has been printed to your requirements, so that you
can check to see if you're happy with it before agreeing for the full order to be printed.( Mock up)

Dyeing : Dyeing is processes employed in the conversion of raw textile fibres into
finished goods that add much to the appearance of textile fabrics.

TEST : In garment manufacturing, testing means the required quality of the product which
can satisfy buyers' as well as consumers' needs. Global quality standards of apparel are
technology driven, benchmarked by the buyers and ultimately product oriented.

LAB DIP/ yarn dip : A lab dip is a dyed fabric sample made to meet the color standards of a
designer. It is generally developed by a dye house or a color lab. The purpose of a lab dip is to
give a designer an idea of what the fabric color will look like for manufacturing.
SHRIANKAGE :Fabric shrinkage is simply the extent to which a piece of
fabric changes in length or width during the laundry proces s.

COMMENTS :: a verbal or written remark expressing an opinion or reaction.

APPROVAL: The action of approving something

42. Style Number: Style number a series of style which is easy to get the style references.

43. SMV: SMV stands for the Standard Minute Value. SMV is important topic in garments sewing
floor. Standard Minute Value is related with garments time study.

CARTON MEASURMENTS: The dimension of carton L * W * H.

SHIPPING MARK : n identifying word, number, or symbol placed on freight

to designate the consignee, destination, weight, and related information
Base Fabric:
Basic fabric is grey fabric. Fabric is the main raw material of garments
because major parts of garments are fabric. Initially this fabric is get used for
sampling.

1. Allowance:
During making garments some extra measurement is added with actual body measurement,
which is known as allowance. For example, if the actual body measurement is 80cm, then it’s
counted as 84cm during pattern making. Here allowance is 4cm

45. Time and Action Calendar: Time and action calendar is stands for time and action calendar or Time
and action plan. It is also known as issuing plan or production schedule or time and action plan.
FABRICS SHADE : Shade is depth of color or hue. It is a common word in dyeing,
printing and finishing unit of a textile mill. Fabric shade variation is a major issue in textile
mill. Fabric shade variance is the variation of shade in one roll of fabric or separate pieces
of fabric that were intended to match.

WHAT IS FIBER: Fiber is defined as one of the delicate, hair portions

of the tissues of a plant or animal or other substances that are very
small in diameter in relation to their length.

MAN MADE FIBER/ NATURAL FIBER.

Air Way Will:

Air Way Will is an export document .the carrying agreement between exporter

/shipper and air carrier which is obtained from the airline used to ship the

goods. It’s a receipt of goods received given by airlines.

FABRIC ROLL/FABRICS FULL WIDTH/FABRICS CUTABLE WIDTH/FABRICS

WEIGHT/SOLID FABRICS/ RFD/PFD FABRICS

Yarn : yarn is the collection of fiber used to weave or knit into a textile fabric.

Thread : Thread is used to sew garments or other products.

YARN COUNT : Yarn count refers to the thickness of a yarn.

TRIMS & ACCESSORIES :The ornaments of apparel which help to complete
a particular garments . Like , Thread , Zipper, Labels , Tags, Ploy .

TRIMS CARD: A trim card is used to show approved trims by attaching all
garment trims and accessories on the trim card. In the production floor, supervisors
used to follow the trim card as a guide for identifying the right trims. The trim card is
made of white paper which is little thicker than the normal A4 printing paper.
What is Line Layout
line layout, means designing the presentation of workstations in an assembly and
showing the flow of work from start to end. It can be a simple line diagram.

BULK APPROVAL:Permission for the production for any specific

operation .
Pre Production Meeting in Apparel Industry
A pre-production meeting is known as PP meeting in the Garments or Apparel
industry. In a pre-production meeting discussion of every important issue related
to bulk production is done, so that respected parties can ensure successful
shipment of ordered goods.

PP meeting achieves following things in short:

▪ Everyone understands about production process.

▪ Misunderstanding on product or any other issue can be clarified.
▪ Critical path is communicated and explained.
▪ Liaison between buying & factory people.
▪ Group discussion.
▪ Strong relationship can be built up.

▪ Production file
Production file is consisting of paper document including all the approval. Usually
concern Merchandiser prepare the file & hand over to QC or production in-charge.

Following items are important to keep.

▪ Approved lab dips.

▪ Approved base fabric hanger.
▪ Size and quality breakdown /PO Sheet
▪ Wash care sheet.
▪ Wash panel.
▪ Approved trims.
What Is a Letter of Credit (LC)?
A letter of credit, or a credit letter, is a letter from a bank guaranteeing that a
buyer’s payment to a seller will be received on time and for the correct
amount. If the buyer is unable to make a payment on the purchase, the bank
will be required to cover the full or remaining amount of the purchase.

What is Master L/C

When an L/C is opened to import goods directly from the exporter is called a master letter of
credit. The buyer (Buyer’s bank) issues this L/C to the manufacturer. Master LC has a
higher financial value than back-to-back L/C.

What is Back to Back L/C:

When an L/C is prepared by the manufacturer to collect raw materials for production from
the suppliers is called Back to Back L/C. Back to Back letter of credit has a 70-80% financial
value of master LCs.

What is a sales contract?

A sales contract is a legally binding document between a buyer and
seller. The document includes the details of the exchange, the terms
of sale, clear product or service descriptions and more. A good sales
contract should leave no doubt in either party’s mind about their rights
and obligations during a transaction.
8. Telegraphic Transfer (TT)

Also known as a wire transfer, the telegraphic transfer is a common way to get
paid when exporting internationally.

INVOICE :An invoice is a time-stamped commercial document that itemizes

and records a transaction between a buyer and a seller. If goods or services
were purchased on credit, the invoice usually specifies the terms of the deal
and provides information on the available methods of payment.

PI :
A pro forma invoice is a preliminary bill of sale sent to buyers in advance of a shipment or
delivery of goods

BUSINESS TERMS :

FOB: FOB is the abbreviation of Free On Board. In the context of garment

manufacturing industry, FOB means the price for the garment. This price includes the
following components: fabrics, trims, accessories, cost of labor and profit from A to Z.
When a garment manufacturer quotes an FOB price, you have to ask the question
about FOB port. It is very important because the price you pay is only up-to-the-port
price

DDP: Delivered duty paid (DDP) is a delivery agreement whereby

the seller assumes all of the responsibility, risk, and costs associated with
transporting goods until the buyer receives or transfers them at the
destination port

LDP: Landed Duty Paid (LDP) is the final price that a brand or retailer pays for the
goods that are being imported cross border.
CIF: Cost, insurance, and freight (CIF) is an international shipping
agreement, which represents the charges paid by a seller to cover the costs,
insurance, and freight of a buyer's order while the cargo is in transit. Cost,
insurance, and freight only applies to goods transported via a waterway, sea,
or ocean.

CNF: CNF refers to cost and freight. This is a common type of shipping agreement
where the seller will pay for delivering the goods to the port closest to the buyer