How to coordinate design and production
Workflow for keeping creative and production teams in sync — file standards, hand-off checklist, strike-off approvals, rev control.
Overview
Design-production breakdowns kill timelines. Fix with: file standards (Adobe Illustrator + vectors + Pantone numbers), pre-press hand-off checklist, strike-off approval workflow, version-controlled artwork repo, and named approver per SKU.
Process
Run book: 1) lock file-naming convention (brand_SKU_v##_date.ai), 2) pre-press checklist signed off by creative before send, 3) digital + physical strike-off cycle (max 2 revs), 4) artwork repo (Frame.io or DAM), 5) one named approver per SKU, no group approvals.
Pricing — Italy
EUR pricing excluding VAT. Standard lead 5-8 working days, rush production +35% delivers in 3-5 days. Production hub serves the whole country. IVA 22%, e-invoices via SdI (Sistema di Interscambio). Milano hub.
FAQ
What is the minimum order?
No fixed minimum — for screen and embroidery economies start at 50+ units; DTF and UV print from 1 unit.
How long is production?
Standard 5-8 working days, rush +35% delivers in 3-5 days.
What payment terms?
50/50 for new clients, net-30 from order 4, net-60 for enterprise with credit insurance.
Do you sign NDA?
Yes — mutual NDA is standard for product launches, M&A and confidential campaigns.
Can you ship abroad?
Yes — we ship within the EU and to the UK, US, GCC and CIS via tracked carriers.