DESIGN AND FIT

Fashions start with an idea and the transformation of that idea into a garment is the art of making clothes. If it does not fit and if each design feature does not connect shape to size and theme, whatever skill that comes after will not save a poorly conceived product. What it takes is a sequence of operations that like any other fabrication that requires a linking of procedures. That is where practice and and experience makes the difference. Every stitch, every button hole, every belt loop has to be proportional and positively interactive. Since 1948, FAST has been practicing the skills of design and fit. That is 70 years of doing the same things correctly each time and that is why you can rely on every garment we build.

DEVELOPMENT

We are fully staffed to take your ideas and turn them in to your designs. We work from spec sheets and drawings. This is the art of the process upon which all else depends. If the fit is not right nothing is right. Get your designs back in days and work with our expert tailors to shape them into your vision.

PACKING AND TRANSPORT

All packing, shipping, custom clearance, bonded warehousing, return, and insurance services are available to you from our full service logistic team. We can arrange transshipping to distribution centers around the world as well as EDI and e-commerce fulfillment.

DISTRIBUTION

Whether you are shipping containers half way around the world or single product e-commerce deliveries to homes you need to move freight efficiently with speed and reliability. FAST works with your carriers to reserve space, make appointments and project your freight needs based on your production scheduleIf you are working in parts of the world where your traffic department might not have extensive experience, we will introduce you to carriers that have proven to be reliable and cost effective.

MANUFACTURING

DIGITAL WIP TRACKING

Style Costing
Internationally sourced components need to Be price compared and accurately costed.

Inventory
Warehouse management for all categories of components and finished goods on hand.

Scan & Pack
We use scanners to fulfill shipments, control inventory and generate future cuts.

Tech Pack
We check list specs with all departments to keep development on track and ontime.

Materials Purchasing
Late delivery of components is expensive. We automate purchasing to be in-stock on time.

Materials Inventory Security
Secure inventory management, warehousing & distribution is critical to cost control.

Real Time Workflow
Keeps you present anywhere you are in the globe.

Just in Time Planning
Keeps your capital expenditures in line with best efficiencies.

Quality Testing Reports
Keeps approval processes coordinated with delivery scheduling.

Vendor Web Portal
Improve accuracy, collaboration & communication with vendors.

EDI
Connects customers to your inventory for delivery and replenishments.

SOURCING

70 years of alliances with companies where trust is mutual. We protect your product by using the best so that the best is always there when you need it. Relationships define your organization. We are proud of the manufacturing partners that we have worked with for decades. For your needs, we turn to those organizations that will be on time with proven quality and follow-through.

TESTING

Delivering your product is more complicated than ever. Containers can be held up for days and weeks unless the testing requirements for release are met on time and approved. FAST adheres to a digital calendar so that each phase of testing is initiated as per your schedule so that you never have to wait for your merchandise. Rush testing is costly and late deliveries are even costlier and potentially disastrous. We know each test their tolerances and who to work with international labs to get your goods on time.

COMPLIANCES

It is nice to know that “your factory” has undergone some of the most rigorous certification processes in the apparel world. We are invested in protecting your mark. We have won the trust and certification of these and other companies.