No one likes hearing, “Your order is delayed.” But in garment manufacturing, delays can happen — and often, they’re preventable. Understanding what typically causes them (and how to avoid them) can save your brand weeks of stress and lost sales.
At HEM APPAREL, we work closely with clients to reduce risks and keep production on track.
🚧 1. Incomplete or Late Tech Pack
Why it causes delays:
If your tech pack is missing key info (e.g. measurements, print placement), sampling can’t begin — or worse, sampling needs to be redone.
How to avoid it:
Use a proper format. If unsure, ask your factory for a sample template or work with them to build one.
🎯 2. Last-Minute Design Changes
Why it causes delays:
Changing fabric, artwork, or fit after sample approval forces the factory to halt and redo.
How to avoid it:
Finalize your designs before confirming PP sample. Small tweaks late in the game often snowball into major delays.
🧵 3. Custom Fabric Development
Why it causes delays:
Yarn sourcing, dye testing, and lab dip approvals take time — especially during peak seasons.
How to avoid it:
Use in-stock fabric when possible, or build in extra buffer time (2–4 weeks) if going custom.
🖨️ 4. Artwork Not Ready for Production
Why it causes delays:
Low-res logos or non-vector files mean your print/embroidery setup can’t begin.
How to avoid it:
Submit AI or high-res PNG files. Confirm placement and sizing in advance.
🗓️ 5. Slow Communication / Feedback Loop
Why it causes delays:
Factories need approvals to move forward. If feedback takes days or is unclear, your timeline stalls.
How to avoid it:
Be responsive. Set clear deadlines for yourself too, not just the factory.
🧠 HEM APPAREL’s Tip:
Delays cost more than time — they cost momentum, trust, and sometimes entire seasons.
Work with a factory that helps you anticipate roadblocks early, and always plan buffer time into your launch timeline.
