Product Development Final Exam

Graphic and written information necessary for directing mass production of garments

1. To look like the original design

2. Fit the target customer

3. Meet the engineering requirements demanded of a production line

1. A style number for each design is assigned

2. Fabric and identification info is collected

3. Preliminary cost of producing the style is projected

Communication

The interpretation of a garment from a sketch, photo, or another existing product into a paper representation template for use in production of a finished garment style

Evaluate styling decisions

the time frame required for completion of a garment from inception to delivery

1. drafting a pattern directly from measurements

2. flat pattern drafting which can be done by manipulating a basic pattern template or previously perfected pattern blocks

3. drafting a pattern from an existing garment

3-D method of pattern making and was the first pattern making method to be developed

involves making styling changes to previously developed and perfected pattern pieces

foundation pattern piece which may be used to develop new or more complex styles

They eliminate the need to go back and re-create each garment from scratch, making the pattern development and fitting process faster

begins from scratch. body measurements are taken. then style lines and ease are added resulting in a 2-D paper pattern fro the design

the layout pattern piece on the fabric

Full package

Products that do not fit within tolerances and are rejected

The lineplan and the initial illustrations or prototype garments for specific styles

drawingsof the front and back of the style and a preliminary cost sheet with productcost estimates

After astyle has been adopted and requires decisions as to how the garment will beproduced.

reflect detailed information regarding materials,including identification of specific fabrics, findings, and trims and theirquality requirements

includes the process of actually manufacturing theproduct; literally it is cutting the fabric, sewing the garment together andapplying the trims.

identifies each step of constructions that will beperformed during production of the garment including the identification of thestitches and seams involved in completing the operations

refers to the assignment of a particular body type into categories that reflect the body measurements of these in that size group

1. Changing fashion

2. Arbitrary sizing nomenclature

3. Evolving body type

1.Rectangle shape

2. Spoon shape

3. Inverted triangle

4. Hourglass

the difference from once size to the next in a range

placing a smaller size label on a larger size garment

Sizing is based on body measurements, whereas fit is based on garment measurements

Grain, set, line, balance, and ease

Stitching that hold together pieces of pattern forms

the extension between the row of stitching and the edges of the fabric

Quality but they increase cost and create excessive bulk

the most used seam class, formed by stacking piles of fabric on top of one another and stitching them together near the edge

overlapping the seam allowances of two or more piles of fabric and sewing them together; the largest seam class

focuses on the manufacturing process; the vendor takes over the sourcing and financing of the material in addition to providing CMT production services finishing and packaging for the delivery of the customer

relates to utility and durability

can be explained as the products usefulness and be measured by fit, comfort, and care requirements

products ability to retain its appearance after purchase, it can be measured by testing for things such as shrinkage, and seam strength

requires conformance to specific criteria for flammability in fabrics used for infants and children's sleepwear

European Union

very strict requirements, if your firm is trying to compete internationally its best you learn these rules

allow for some latitude in tolerance; vendors have to be reliable if something doesn't go right

more detail and exact; this will guarantee that your item will be exactly as designed

ability to go back and view spec books to use measurements, styles or patterns from previous garments to create a new one

American Association of Textiles Chemist and Coloring (AATCC)

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

testing method for fabric coloration dyes, finishes and laundry methods; tested by application , use or measurement of moisture or other liquids. focuses on wet and chemical testing methods

this form of testing is on performance of the product. most of their work is dry methods of testing; tested by application of stress and pressure such as elongation and strength

establishes and ministers mandatory labeling requirements

fiber content, manufacturer identification, country of origin, and care

going directly to a production vendor here or abroad

using intermediaries whose primary task is management of supply chain activities

attending events expressly produced to bring customers and vendors together

Done before samples are made during the product development stage ; making estimates of the cost based on previous styles

this occurs after samples are made; this offers companies a price point where they can measure expenditures (cost sheet)

this comes after the styles have been adopted in the line butbefore production. This costing is more accurate. Anything that was overlookedon the cost sheet will be picked up here also changes can be made to make sureyou stay in budget like if the skirt is long it may be cut down or the pocketson men's pants may be changed to a cheaper lining.

thisis the costing that is done after production the most important of them all.This cost is determined by collecting all the data from production the actualcost of materials, price goods, trims, findings, labor, manufacturing etc.