Tech pack

How it is used

Short for technical package. Brands send tech packs to suppliers to request samples and prices; every change is recorded in an updated version. It usually includes technical flats, a measurement chart, a bill of materials (BOM) and colourway information.

Example sentences

1. Please check the latest tech pack; we changed the pocket position.

2. The factory can't quote until they receive a complete tech pack with all trims.

Common collocations

• send a tech pack
• update the tech pack
• complete tech pack
• tech pack version

Related terms

• technical flatA precise black-and-white drawing of a garment laid flat, from the front and back, showing seams, stitching and details for the factory.
• measurementsThe sizes of the body or of a garment at specific points, such as chest, waist, hip and length, used for patterns, size charts and quality checks.
• trimsAll the materials used on a garment apart from the main fabric, such as buttons, zips, labels, thread, elastic, tape and hangtags.
• sampleA trial garment or piece of material made before bulk production so that designers and buyers can check its look, fit, quality and price.
• costingThe calculation of what a garment will cost to produce, including fabric, trims, labour, processes such as printing or washing, overheads and profit.

More terms: Production & Sourcing

• lead time
• supplier
• MOQ
• PP sample
• quality control
• AQL
• CMT