11. Systems and Control Flashcards
system diagram
a flowchart
loop feedback system
a flowchart but with the diamonds/QC control checks which link back to the process/square
what are the stages of production
raw materials - preparation - prototype - manufacturing - finishing
Quality control at raw material stage of production
inconsistencies, marks and stains, snags, check components work
Quality control at preparation stage of production
cut in correct size, grain line cut accurately
Quality control at manufacturing stage of production
tension, thread colour, cut loose threads, tolerance levels (0.5mm), sleeve insertion, check seams, neckline sitting flat, hemline flat
Quality control at finishing stage of production
creases, loose threads, remove pins, try it on
TQM
total quality management (term for QA, QC, and loop feedback systems
Steps of QA by a designer
fabric, components, realistic design, seams, talk to clients to know what they want, making a toile
satisfactory quality can be ensured from the customer’s point of view by providing:
right product, right quality, right time, undamaged contition
what is design quality
concerned with materials, fit, and construction details
what is manufacturing quality
concerned with the degree to which the garment produced agrees with the sample or specifications
what’s the objective of quality control
prevent errors by early detection
NACERAP, quality systems in industry
Name the fault Appearance of the fault Cause of fault Effect of the fault Response Action to be taken Prevention
what’s the purpose of quality assurance
provide the best quality product
