Businesses across the globe are seeking cost reduction,
operational efficiencies and optimal value at each link in the
supply chain. Heartex understands all this and is perfectly
positioned to support its partners across the complete range of
production cycles.
Our services start with the sourcing strategy, go over product
development, production, quality control and finally end with
logistical coordination.
SOURCING
A good sourcing strategy requires a deep understanding of the
market and the local customs. The decision to source products
from a foreign market is often an underestimated task.
This can lead to difficulties to get the right product at the right
price. Through the sourcing process, Heartex assists its partners
with such tools as Benchmarking, pricing negotiations and
documentation & product streamlining.
During this stage, Heartex supports its customers in the following
points:
Full support in price negotiations
Support & Control of Payment Terms: Definition &
Communications, Follow‐up
Assistance in order to agree on quality, pricing and
delivery terms
If necessary, complete infrastructural support (Local
office, car, internet, etc.)
DESIGN & PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Heartex supports its customers and provides design and product
development services in a cost‐effective and production focused
view.
Heartex checks all fabrics in regards to quality, weight, shrinkage,
spirality as well as according to Internationally accepted
Certifications.
All samples are being controlled against size charts and drawings,
before being sent to the partner.
Heartex’ team supports customers at every step from the initial
design to the confirmed prototype, and ensures that no surprises
occur.
During this stage, Heartex supports its customers in the following
points:
Control of materials in terms of weight, shrinkage, color
fastness, fiber quality, spirality
Assurance of certification: for example, AZO FREE
&OekoTex
Verification of Labdib, color dimensions, quality and
stability of prints /embroideries, etc
Checking of the fit and of the prototypes
The development of all labels
Follow‐Up with supplier and communication with partner
for delivery of photo samples etc.
If necessary, changes to size charts, etc (only on prior
approval basis by the partner).
PRODUCTION
Heartex ensures that all schedules of our partners stay adhered
to by all parties involved. The company follows every production
run meticulously and informs its partners continuously.
Moreover, Heartex communicates at the end of each stage
before the next step is started.
A team of trusted Quality Controllers monitors each production
unit on a daily basis to recognize problems on the line early on
and resolve them before they impact the cycle.
All in‐line and final inspections are carried out by our QC staff
under the supervision of a team coordinator, according to AQL
standards. All quality tests are carried out directly by Heartex or,
if requested by the partner, through a testing center.
Heartex works only with factories that produce their goods in
compliance with all applicable laws on product safety and the EU
REACH regulation.
During this stage, Heartex supports its customers in the following
points:
Control of materials in terms of weight, shrinkage, color
fastness, fiber quality, spirality
Assurance of certification: for example, AZO FREE &
OekoTex
Verification of Labdib, color dimensions, quality and
stability of prints /embroideries, etc
Checking of the fit, size set and PPS
Production line setup
Production trial run
Continuous production run supervision
In‐Line Inspection
End Inspection AQL 2.5, or as desired
Barcode control
Range control
Packaging control
Continuous communication of production progress
LOGISTICS
A product delivery at the right time with the correct
documentation makes the difference between a successful
business venture and a disaster.
Heartex supports and counsels its customers in regards to
packaging and transport, freight costs, overall monitoring and
problem solving. In partnership with local freight forwarding
companies we can also offer warehousing services as well as
customized filling and deliveries.
During this stage, Heartex supports its customers in the following
points: