— Design & Tech Pack
From sketch to production-ready tech pack
We translate your concepts into precise technical documentation — so every detail is captured before a single stitch is made.
— What we do
Design development that bridges concept and production
Most production issues start long before the factory floor — they start with incomplete tech packs. CAI's design development service builds the technical foundation your production depends on, from initial sketches through fully graded, factory-ready documentation.
Whether you're launching a new line or refining an existing style, our team works with you to capture every construction detail, material spec, and measurement tolerance — so your manufacturing partners produce exactly what you designed.
— Capabilities
End-to-end design & technical services
From initial concept to factory-ready files — every stage of technical development managed under one roof.
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Design consultation
Collaborative sessions to refine your concept, define the target market, and establish design direction before any technical work begins.
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Tech pack development
Comprehensive technical packages with construction details, measurements, stitching specs, and material callouts — everything a factory needs to produce your design accurately.
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Pattern grading
Precise size grading across your full size range, ensuring consistent fit and proportions from XS through 5XL or any custom size spec.
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CAD & digitization
Digital pattern creation and conversion from hand-drawn sketches to production-ready CAD files, compatible with industry-standard cutting systems.
— What you receive
Your complete design package
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Complete tech pack PDF
Full technical specification document with flat sketches, construction details, colorways, and placement artwork.
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Graded pattern set
Digitized and graded patterns across your full size range, ready for marker making and cutting.
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BOM (Bill of Materials)
Itemized list of every fabric, trim, label, thread, and packaging component with supplier references and costs.
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Measurement spec sheet
Detailed point-of-measure chart with tolerances for every size in your range.
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Construction detail sheet
Close-up illustrations of seams, stitching types, bartacks, and finishing techniques for production clarity.
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Color & trim card
Physical or digital reference card with Pantone matches, trim swatches, and hardware finishes.
— Our process
From brief to production-ready in four steps
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Design brief
You share your concept — sketches, reference images, target market details, and fit preferences. We clarify every detail before starting.
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Technical development
Our team builds the full tech pack: construction specs, pattern drafting, BOM, measurement charts, and digital artwork.
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Review & revision
You review the complete package. We refine measurements, adjust construction details, and finalize materials until approved.
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Production handoff
Approved tech packs are formatted for our manufacturing network, ensuring every partner facility has clear, unambiguous instructions.
— Get started
Need tech pack development?
Let us build the technical foundation your production depends on.