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| Step | Name | What you finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Say What You Sell and to Whom | Name the product family and the customer in one sentence. |
| 2 | Sizes and Spec | Say which size list you are using and what the number means. |
| 3 | Artwork | Send the right file for the range. |
| 4 | Label and Pack | Decide what you supply and what is packed. |
| 5 | Quantity and Reorders | Give a quantity band and a reorder pattern. |
| 6 | Sample and Approval | Decide what you will check on the sample. |
| 7 | Send the Enquiry | Put the brief together and send it. |
How to use this infographic
- Read the seven steps in order and note your answer to each.
- Open the step pages for the tables and checklists.
- Send the finished brief through the enquiry form.
Questions
How many steps does the briefing series have?
Seven: what you sell, sizes and spec, artwork, label and pack, quantity and reorders, sample and approval, and send the enquiry.
What is the last step?
Step 7 puts the brief together and sends the enquiry. A factory can then reply with questions or a quote.
Do I need all seven steps before I enquire?
The steps help you write a brief a factory can quote. If you are unsure, send what you have and say so; the team replies with questions.
Further reading
- ArtzFolio Private Label: how to brief a manufacturer
- ArtzFolio Private Label: how to brief a frame or board order
- ArtzFolio Private Label: RFQ template
Confirm live prices and terms with ArtzFolio Private Label before you order.