Inspecting Bulk Button Shipments: A Simple Quality Control Routine for Garment Factories in Nepal
A bulk button order can arrive looking perfect on the outside and still hide problems inside. Maybe a few cartons hold a slightly different shade, or the size is a fraction off, or some pieces have chipped edges or blocked holes. If these defects are only discovered on the sewing line, the cost is high: stopped machines, rejected garments and missed delivery dates. A short, consistent inspection routine at the receiving stage catches such problems early, while the supplier can still correct them. This guide explains a practical way to inspect incoming button shipments, even in a small factory without a dedicated quality lab. Why Inspect at Receiving? Inspection at the door has clear benefits: Problems are found before production begins , so no garments are wasted. Claims are easier to settle , since the shipment has just arrived and evidence is fresh. Supplier performance becomes measurable , helping you decide who to reorder from. Production confidence improves , because ...