Protect the approved design.
Improve the buying margin.
We look for practical savings in yarn, structure and process while keeping the appearance, hand feel and quality level the customer has approved.
Reference production cost reduction
How we reduced knitwear production costs by 16.5% without compromising the approved design.
The customer wanted more buying margin from the same commercial direction. We compared the original and optimised options through appearance, yarn detail, stitch structure, weight, shrinkage, colour fastness and hand feel.
Review a cost targetThe approved design stays at the centre.
The comparison below uses the case figures supplied in the latest website document.
| Item | Initial development | Optimized development |
|---|---|---|
| Gauge | 12G | 12G |
| Yarn | 100% Cotton | Cotton Blend |
| Construction | Original structure | Optimised structure |
| Unit weight | 280g | 245g |
| Reference quote | $8.20 | $6.85 |
| Appearance | Approved design | Close to approved design |
| Handle | Soft | Approved by customer |
| Cost change | — | -16.5% |
Compare the numbers
and the garment.
- 01
Analyse the approved reference and target price.
- 02
Propose alternative yarn or construction options.
- 03
Knit test panels and make the comparison visible.
- 04
Review hand feel, appearance, weight and test results.
- 05
Confirm the selected route before the sample is updated.
Have a target cost or a margin problem? Share the approved reference and we will review the available levers.
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