What to include in a tech pack
A tech pack is the document that tells a factory how to make your product. The more complete it is, the more accurate the quote and the first sample.
You do not need a perfect file to start. If you only have a sketch or a sample, a manufacturer can help complete the missing parts.
Eight things a sewing factory needs
Include what you have, and flag what is still open.
Product overview
Name, purpose, season or range, and who will use it.
Technical drawings
Front, back and detail views with key features marked.
Measurements
Finished dimensions and tolerances, with size range if relevant.
Bill of materials
Fabrics, threads, zips, snaps, labels and packaging, with suppliers if known.
Construction
Seam types, stitching, closures, quilting and reinforcement.
Branding
Logo files, placement, embroidery or print, and care labels.
Volumes and timing
Pilot batch, annual volume, sample and delivery dates.
Quality and compliance
Standards, test requirements, inspection criteria and packing rules.
Contacts
Who answers technical questions and who approves samples.
What most often slows a quote down
Three gaps cause most follow-up questions: no target volume, no named material, and no finished measurements. Even an estimate helps a factory price the product realistically.
Frequently asked questions
What is a tech pack?
A tech pack is a set of documents describing how a product should be made, including drawings, measurements, materials and construction details.
Can a factory quote without a tech pack?
Often yes, from a sample or drawings, but the quote is more accurate when materials, measurements and volumes are defined.
Who owns the tech pack?
Agree ownership and confidentiality with your manufacturer before sharing it.
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