Supplier guide

Questions to ask a supplier

Public information only goes so far. These questions cover what most often goes wrong between a quote and a finished order.

01

Product and quality

  • Which exact blank or fabric will you use, and can I see a sample?
  • Which method do you recommend for this design, and why?
  • What happens if items are misprinted or damaged?
02

Price and minimums

  • Is the minimum per order, per design, per color or per size?
  • What is included in the price, and what are setup, sample and shipping costs?
  • How long is the quote valid?
03

Timing and shipping

  • When does production start, and how long does it take after approval?
  • Where does the order ship from, and which countries can you ship to?
  • Can you ship single orders to my customers, with my branding?
  • Who pays duties and taxes on cross-border orders?
04

Working together

  • Do you connect to my store or accept orders by API or file upload?
  • Who produces the order: your own facility or a partner?
  • How do you handle reorders and changes?
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