The sample approval stage is an essential part of the accessory production process. It is also a final stage before the mass production begins. Creating a sample gives a designer an idea of how the final product will look and feel to the touch. For a karigar, it is a way to show their capabilities and start a relationship with the company. Before the final production run, the sample will need to be checked and approved. Normally samples are much higher in price than the unit cost of the finished product.
Before the final sample is approved, many changes may happen to the initial design. These changes can include fabric type, trims, sizing and patterns. It is important to document every change made along the process of the sample making.
To avoid delays in the production, we need to carefully plan and manage each step. For example, if the cutting team falls behind its schedule, the sewing and finishing teams must wait. That could be the cause of of potential backlogs and late shipments. Once the production plan is approved and the delivery deadlines are set the karigar ensures the plan is being followed correctly.