Versatile Group
The provided document outlines the Quality Control (QC) Process and QC Organization at Versatile Apparel, emphasizing a structured approach to maintaining garment quality. Below is a breakdown and analysis of the key components:
The QC process follows a five-stage inspection system to ensure defects are minimized at each production stage:
Conducted in the store section before cutting.
Checks for defects (holes, stains, weaving flaws) using the 4-Point System (defects graded on severity).
Additional tests: Shade band control, shrinkage testing.
Inspects cut panels, bundling, numbering, and fusing process.
Rejects defective pieces and replaces them before sending to sewing.
Inline inspectors monitor sewing operations before assembly.
Ensures stitching, seam quality, and part-wise construction meet standards.
Checks measurements, pressing, and secondary defects.
Classifies garments into first quality/second quality.
Pre-shipment inspection to verify overall quality before packing.
Ensures compliance with buyer specifications.
The QC team is structured department-wise, with supervisors overseeing each stage:
Department | QC Responsibilities |
---|---|
Store Section | Fabric inspection, shade control, shrinkage testing. |
Cutting Dept. | Cutwork inspection, fusing/embroidery/print checks. |
Sewing Dept. | Inline & end-line inspection, special machine checks. |
Finishing Dept. | Washing control (in/out), ironing/pressing, pre-audit packing, final audit. |
Quality is treated as the “life of a garment.”
All factories follow a standardized QC system, but variations may exist.
This Quality Manual ensures uniformity across factories.
Statistical QC (e.g., Six Sigma, advanced AQL tracking) will be introduced later when manpower is ready.
Continuous improvement is encouraged, but changes require MD approval.
Training & workforce education is critical for maintaining quality standards.