What are the key elements and details to include in a tech pack for different product categories?

1 General Information

The first section of your tech pack should provide some general information about your product, such as the name, style number, season, color, size range, target market, and delivery date. This section helps to identify and organize your product and give an overview of its features and requirements. You may also include a sketch or photo of your product, as well as a reference sample or prototype, if available.

2 Materials and Components

The next section of your tech pack should list all the materials and components that are required for your product, such as fabrics, trims, hardware, labels, tags, packaging, etc. For each material or component, you should specify the name, description, source, supplier, quantity, quality, color, size, and placement. You should also provide swatches, samples, or images of the materials and components, as well as any relevant testing or certification documents.

4 Construction and Finishing

The fourth section of your tech pack should explain the construction and finishing of your product, such as the stitching, seams, edges, closures, lining, interfacing, etc. For garments, you should include a detailed sketch or a photo of the inside and outside of the garment, as well as a sewing instruction sheet that shows the order and method of assembly, the type and color of thread, the stitch length and width, the seam allowance, and the press direction. For accessories or footwear, you should include a detailed sketch or a photo of the front, back, side, top, and bottom of the product, as well as a construction instruction sheet that shows the order and method of assembly, the type and color of glue, the type and size of rivets, snaps, buckles, etc., and the finishing techniques, such as polishing, coating, embossing, etc.

5 Details and Embellishments

The fifth section of your tech pack should describe the details and embellishments of your product, such as the prints, patterns, graphics, logos, embroidery, appliques, etc. For each detail or embellishment, you should specify the name, description, location, size, color, orientation, and technique. You should also provide a mock-up, a sample, or an artwork file of the detail or embellishment, as well as any relevant instructions or guidelines for the execution.

6 Quality and Compliance

The sixth section of your tech pack should outline the quality and compliance standards and requirements for your product, such as the quality control procedures, the inspection methods, the defect criteria, the corrective actions, the safety regulations, the environmental policies, the ethical practices, etc. You should also provide a checklist, a form, or a report template for the quality and compliance documentation.

7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?