Predyeing Activity / Process Table SOP



Predyeing Activity / Process Table
Involved Person (Who)
Procedure (What)
Timeline & Frequency (When)
Reports (How)
Marketing Manager
(1) Design Process:
• Design Selection: Initially, a design or pattern is selected, which includes the type of embroidery to be done and who will execute it. This is stored as a file.
• Creating Outline: An outline of the design is made to clearly show where the embroidery will occur.
Sampling Process:
• New Design or Pattern: A small sample is created whenever a new design or pattern is developed.
• Feedback & Revisions: The sample is reviewed to check the final look and determine if any revisions are needed.
No fixed time limit for this process.
All design and sampling-related documents must be maintained in an Excel sheet.
Designer
(2)
• Design Selection: The embroidery design is selected from a website or through in-house design software.
• Design Transfer: The design is loaded into computerized design software and transferred to the embroidery machine.
• Punching Process: The design is loaded into punching software, which defines every point with details and markers.
• Revision: The design is refined to eliminate any errors.
• Transfer to Machine: Finalized design is transferred to the embroidery machine for stitching.
This process should be completed within 24 to 48 hours.
All punching-related documents must be maintained in an Excel sheet.
Marketing Manager
(3) Design Conceptualization
• Design idea is drafted including motifs, colors, and final look.
Market Research
• Trends, competitors, and customer preferences are analyzed.
Technical Feasibility
• Feasibility for embroidery production is evaluated, including stitches, materials, and execution challenges.
Prototype Development
• A small prototype/sample is developed reflecting the concept, reviewed for feedback and improved if needed.
(4) Risk Analysis
• Technical Risk: Evaluate stitch execution, thread compatibility, machine adjustments.
• Cost Risk: Review costs for materials, labor, and operations.
• Quality Risk: Evaluate design stability, colorfastness, and stitch precision.
• Market Risk: Assess market acceptance, trends, and competition.
• Legal Risk: Check for compliance with legal and regulatory standards.