A tech pack is also known as the technical package and it is something that is used in the fashion industry to get precise measurements and specific details of the Garments for a factory to follow in order to create the desired style.
You don’t have to be an expert in order to give specifications on a style that you like. Here’s an example below to show you. We’ve heard some saying they’ve paid 100’s to source this to get done smh, but the truth is you can learn from our example below and if you’re not great at sketching and using digital apps that streamline the process for you then scribble in a very elementary way and provide it to someone on platforms like fiveer.com long with our example.
Since all the person has to do is copy whats given then it should cost you at most $10-15. If you are not an industry expert to feel confident to give measurements then just put the size and follow “example 2” below. Even then only put what you are certain about and one of the experts from AVmades will call you for further assistance to fill in the gap.
DO I NEED A TECH-PACK?
The answer is yes and no. I know it’s confusing but we promise we will elaborate. If you take a look at what a tech-pack looks like for the most part, it looks more like the below pictures.
So when you go seeking someone to do this for you, it will cost you anywhere from $75-250, we call that unnecessary spending. Super elaborated technical packages became necessary for overseas factories when manufacturing was moved to Asia.
The reason is simply to avoid any type of miscommunication due to the language barrier, and to avoid unforeseen quality issues since Asian countries did not set a standard and guide for quality as we Americans have for over a century. In addition, it is also used to get a quote from different factories prior to proceeding. Given the many difficulties that arise when dealing with oversea companies, brands in the 60 and ’70s started this process and very quickly others adopted it.
So a few things to consider if you decide to create a product no factory on AVmade is currently displaying…
● If you do find the item but there are things you’re looking to add to it, then simply cross down to add customization as there are tons of options for you
● If your item is very uniques and you can’t find it on AVmade then submit the custom request form and attach a tech-pack that resembles either one of the above examples.
● Your request is then placed on our HeroBoard. We will then invite our factory partners who specialize in that type of product manufacturing you needed and will submit their detailed bids within 48 hrs along with their deadline to choose. Learn our rates and fees
● Note of our factory partners follows the U.S. Standard sizing measurement chart that was standardized for the U.S. market based on the sum of globally recognized contemporary U.S. brands database evaluation.
DO I NEED A CONSULTATION?
From a traditional fashion industry business practice standpoint YES, as the industry is very nontransparent and there was never really a source for entrepreneurs to go seek for all information regarding how to start their entrepreneurial journey in the apparel industry.
AVmade “The A-Team” had a combined experience of decade upon decade in the fashion industry from launching thousands of startups to helping scale many of them into multi-million dollar companies and also working with highly established globally renowned brands. Our apparel executive team is made up of,
● Brand owners who build & grow their brand into a multi-million dollar conglomerate
● Entrepreneurs who initially had worked for the conglomerate fashion corporations holding key executive rolls
● Ceo’s of firms in charge of launching, growing and consulting startups to multimillion-dollar lifestyle brands
● Run and operate large domestic factories both in the garment and textile industry
The answers we give here is to give back to the community of entrepreneurs who are serious about making something of themself.
Entrepreneurship is hard, sometimes a lonely road, expensive and frustrating, so the community we have formed is here to make sure you’re not alone and we will help you to alleviate the burden mentally and financially. We have made it our goal to give you a clear guide and answer to all on what is what and how to proceed.
There are those who would rather pay someone to read what we’ve written, hopefully, you’ll be savvy enough to come to seek an answer to your question here. Although it is very common to charge anywhere $100-$500 an hour in the fashion industry, we believe as our core business objective is to give emerging brands a chance to experiment and grow their business without breaking their bank. So if you have any questions we did not cover in our MasterClass then contact us anytime and we will fill in the gaps for you free of charge.
