Full package production (FPP) - also called full package - is a manufacturing arrangement where one factory handles everything: sourcing materials, cutting, sewing, finishing, and packaging. The brand provides the tech pack; the factory delivers finished goods.
What the Factory Handles
- Sourcing all fabrics, trims, and labels
- Pattern making and grading (sometimes)
- Sample development
- Bulk cutting, sewing, and finishing
- Quality control and packaging
Full Package vs CMT
In CMT (cut, make, trim), the brand supplies the fabric and the factory only cuts and sews. Full package shifts sourcing to the factory - simpler for the brand, but less control over materials and costs.
Pros and Cons
Pros: one point of contact, less management, factories leverage their material networks. Cons: less transparency on material costs, harder to switch suppliers, quality depends entirely on the factory's sourcing.
FAQs
- Is full package more expensive than CMT?
- Not necessarily - factories often get better material prices than small brands can. But you lose visibility into the cost breakdown.
- Do I still need a tech pack for full package?
- Absolutely. The tech pack is how you communicate exactly what you want. Full package doesn't mean hands-off design.
- How do I find a full package factory?
- Trade shows, sourcing agents, industry directories, and referrals. Always start with samples and a small test order.
Glossary: see the full fashion glossary for more apparel industry terms.