PPM and Pilot run are sampling processes in Garments Manufacturing, a preparation process for bulk production to also bring garments measurement up to be marked and to check factory's ability for smooth garments production.PP meeting is an important part of the apparel manufacturing factory. Here I have given all PP meetings and pilot process flow chart in the following.
PP Meeting and Pilot run process flow chart in Apparel Industry
All necessary Raw materials In-house
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Quality inspection of Fabrics and accessories
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Getting QC File, approve the sample, order chart, and Size breakdown
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Cutting PP Sample( Size Set)
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Sewing, washing, and Finishing of PP sample
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Checking and Measuring PP Sample
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Fill up checklist and arrange necessary items
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Sending PP meeting request to buyer QC by merchandiser
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Submitting PP sample to buyer
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Submitting a quality report of Fabrics(shrinkage, shade, inspection), accessories, button pull test as per checklist
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Arrange PP meeting in inspection/ Conference Room
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Gathering related person in a meeting
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Fill up PP meeting checklist
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Review PP sample by GPQ and buyer QC
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Discussing garments construction and findings
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Pattern adjustment (Correction)
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Going for Pilot Run/Test Cut
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Same as PP meeting
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Passing Pilot Run
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Going for bulk cutting and bulk production