When moving from approved sample to mass production, verify product, material, operation, quality and packaging decisions on a single record at the pre-production meeting.
Purpose of the pre-production meeting
The pre-production meeting transforms design and sample decisions into a common instruction to be applied in mass production. The aim is not to reread old correspondence; it is to finalize on a single record which product version, size chart, material, and packaging information the production will start with.
If there is an open decision at the end of the meeting, the responsible party and the closing date should be specified. Initial assumptions should not be made without resolving uncertainties affecting production.
Inputs to be verified at the same table
The product file and the physical sample must belong to the same revision. Fabric, interlining, button, label, and packaging codes must match the definitions that the purchasing and production teams will use.
- Approved sample and measurements table
- Model, color, size, and quantity distribution
- Fabric and accessory codes
- Critical seams and viewpoints
- Folding, labeling, and packaging instructions
How should the initial production output be evaluated?
The initial production output should be compared not only in terms of general appearance but also through critical dimensions, part placement, seam balance, accessory accuracy, and label information. If there are findings, the affected operation and the correction to be applied are recorded before production continues.
This check is not a new design round. It is a gateway that verifies that the approved standard is correctly interpreted and repeatable in the production line.
Controlled mass production start
Erten Tekstil makes production-related information and product-specific control points visible before the start of mass production for brand-specific shirt orders. You can request an applicability assessment by sharing your model number, approval status and target production period in the form.
See the same in the table before deciding.
Approved sample and technical file version
Material, quantity, and operational information
Initial production measurement and workmanship comparison
Closing open decisions and written release
How do we approach this issue at Erten?
The start of mass production is planned after it is verified that different teams are using the same approved product version and the same control criteria.
Content review area: Erten Tekstil product development, production and quality approach. Commercial suitability is also evaluated based on product and order information.Frequently asked questions about this topic
Does the pre-production meeting replace sample approval?
No. Sample product decisions are validated; pre-production meetings finalize which records and responsibilities will be transferred to mass production teams based on approved decisions.
Can changes be requested in the first production control?
If there is a difference in application according to the approved standard, the correction is recorded. If it is a new design or material change, it should be evaluated separately with cost, schedule and re-approval effect.
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