Raw Material Consumption Calculation in Apparel Industry

Once, the order scheduling process is completed, the very next important job for the merchandiser is to estimate the average consumption of various raw materials for that particular style and also for the order quantity. Raw material cost is the major cost component of a apparel manufacturing costs. A correct cost calculation method will give you a better projection of garment cost for a style.

Fabric Batching Method | Characteristics of Good Fabric Grouping

Fabric Batching or Grouping: Fabric batching, otherwise called fabric grouping, is the main process that will give improvement with respect to material utilization along with improvement in quality control. Fabric is the single biggest cost driver for the garment industry. It accounts from 60% to 70% of the garment cost. So, proper fabric batching can play an important role to minimize garment

How to Find Out Woven Fabric GSM

Fabric GSM: Fabric is the primary raw material to produce any garment. Every merchandiser
quite essential to know about fabric GSM. Abreviation of GSM is Gram
per Square Meter that means the weight of fabric in grams in per square
meter area. Higher GSM fabric is heavier and lower GSM fabric is
lighter. We can calculate gsm for woven and knit fabric. In this article
I will find out gsm for

Interfacing, Shoulder Pads and Waddings for Clothing

Interfacing: Interfacing is usually needed in the sensitive parts of a garment for support and in edges to prevent them from stretching. Generally, interfacing is used to add stiffness to fabric. It is an interior construction fabric that is positioned between plies of fashion fabric. It gives strength, shape and body to the garment. Interfacing is an extra layer secured to the inside of

Time and Action Plan for Apparel Merchandiser

Time and action plan for merchandisers: The time and action plan (TNA or T&A Plan) is an important tool for a merchandiser
to enlist his day-to-day activities or to enlist the different
operations involved in the process of completing an order. TNA is most
important activity for timely shipment. This process involved various
department and different people in the manufacturing. Hence, this

Types, Functions and Uses of Interlining in Garments

Interlinings: Interlinings are the accessories used between two layers of fabric to keep the different components of apparel in a desired shape or to improve the aesthetics and/or performance. Generally, interlinings are soft, thick, and flexible fabric made of cotton, nylon, polyester, wool and viscose or their blends, which may be coated with some resins. There are two types of interlinings in

Apparel Analysis Process

Apparel Analysis Process: In apparel industry, the merchandisers deal with two different situations based on the type, size of the firm they are working, country and policies of companies. They are as follows: (i) For the first case, the merchandiser will analyse the market and develop product based on the market needs and customer requirements with the help of design team within the company or