Tech packs for mascot variants: Controlling production specifications
Separate shared and variant-specific details in a mascot tech pack, with matching drawings, materials, labels and sample approvals.
A mascot with different clothing or accessories for different markets needs more than a general drawing. A tech pack is the technical information used to discuss and develop the product. For an order with several variants, it should show everyone which specifications stay the same and which require separate checks.
Define a base version and list the differences
The base version records the shape, dimensions and measurement method, construction, materials, facial features and identifying details. Give each variant its own code, list of differences and order quantity. Sending several images with identical file names can make it unclear which is current or which market each sample belongs to.
For illustration, M01 is the mascot body, while M01-A and M01-B have different clothing, labels and packing. State whether they actually share the same body. This is an example of organising information, not a tech pack or customer project completed by Phat Dat.
Connect drawings, the bill of materials and sample approval
Drawings need enough views to explain component placement. The bill of materials should link material codes to specific parts instead of merely listing fabric names. Logos, labels, accessories and packing requirements must reference the relevant version. Mark unconfirmed information as pending so it is not treated as a final production instruction.
When a specification changes, record the change, version and date. The approved sample must reference that same information set. A buyer's approval of an overall photograph does not automatically confirm every dimension, label or testing requirement; identify exactly what has been approved.
Checklist for multiple variants
Assign one reference version and a unique code to each variant. List shared components separately from changes in colour, clothing, labels and packaging. Identify the approved drawing, measurement method and sample reference. Mark unresolved requirements as pending rather than treating them as final production instructions.
For international orders, confirm the destination market and buyer-supplied labelling, testing and packing requirements. This checklist explains information management; it does not certify compliance for any market. Phat Dat manufactures for domestic and international customers, and each project must use its own confirmed specifications and approval record.
Before sending your enquiry
- Each variant has a separate code and quantity.
- Shared specifications are separated from differences.
- Drawings and the bill of materials match the approved sample version.
- Pending information is marked and has an identified approver.
- The buyer separately confirms labels, packing and market requirements.