Product Development

From Vision to Garment - Powered by Innovation, Precision, and Partnership

At ITMS SOURCING, we understand that product development is the heart of fashion sourcing. It’s where creativity meets commerce, and where your vision becomes a tangible, market-ready product.

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Product Development

At ITMS SOURCING, we understand that product development is the heart of fashion sourcing. It’s where creativity meets commerce, and where your vision becomes a tangible, market-ready product. Our Product Development Department is designed not just to execute styles-but to enhance, co-create, and deliver collections that match your brand DNA, budget, and target market. Whether you are an emerging label or a global fashion chain, we provide you with a collaborative, transparent, and agile development process that sets you apart in the marketplace.

Why Our Product Development Approach Stands Out

Our strength lies in rapid execution, market sensitivity, and deep technical expertise. We don’t simply produce what’s asked-we refine, suggest, and innovate at every step to ensure the final product exceeds expectations. Unlike traditional vendors who focus only on execution, we get involved from the concept stage-offering input on trends, sustainability, materials, and manufacturability.

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Our Core Product Development Capabilities

1. Trend Forecasting & Market Research We stay ahead of the curve by monitoring: Global fashion shows & seasonal trends Retail analytics from top global markets Consumer behavior patterns Fabric and finish innovations Circular design strategies What you get: A proactive sourcing partner who helps you anticipate rather than react to trends

2. Collaborative Design & Sampling Our design development process begins with your brief-and extends into cocreation. We offer: Tech pack consultation and refinement CAD design support Fabric swatching and sourcing suggestions Print and embroidery mockups Fit sample development with detailed feedback loops Size-set creation and grade rule guidance Cost engineering to align design with budget Whether you’re working from a rough sketch or a detailed spec sheet, our team steps in with the technical clarity and creative finesse needed to bring it to life.

3. Fabric & Trim Sourcing Innovation With a wide network of certified fabric mills and accessory suppliers, we source: Organic cotton, BCI cotton, and recycled fibres Bamboo, TENCEL™M, hemp, modal, and linen High-performance knits for activewear Sustainable and AZO-free dyeing solutions FSC-certified packaging and recycled trims What sets us apart: We ensure not just aesthetic suitability-but also price, lead time, and eco-credentials of every material.

4. Speed & Efficiency with Digital Integration Time-to-market is everything. That’s why we’ve introduced digital and semi-digital workflows for fast, accurate, and scalable development. Digital pattern making & grading 3D sample rendering options (where applicable) Online tracking of sample progress Shared portals for image review and approvals E-documents for BOM, costing, and approvals Result: You save time, reduce sampling waste, and move from concept to confirmation 30-40% faster than traditional methods.

5. Flexible MOQ Development We specialize in both low-MOQ sampling and bulk developmentallowing flexibility for: Market testing Capsule collections Ecommerce drops Limited edition product launches This is especially valuable for independent brands and digitally native businesses who need high creativity without large inventory risks.

Product Categories We Develop

Our product development spans across: Menswear (Shirts, trousers, casuals, loungewear) Womenswear (Dresses, tops, co-ords, jackets, skirts) Activewear & Athleisure (Performance knits, yoga sets, gymwear) Kidswear (Soft-hand feel, safety-compliant, age-specific fits) Loungewear & Sleepwear (Breathable, cozy, sustainable) Home Textiles (Aprons, cushions, table linens, totes) Each product category has dedicated technical and creative experts, ensuring precision and creativity from the first sample onward.

Menswear

Shirts, trousers, casuals, loungewear

Womenswear

Dresses, tops, co-ords, jackets, skirts

Activewear & Athleisure

Performance knits, yoga sets, gymwear

Kidswear

Soft-hand feel, safety-compliant, age-specific fits

Ethical Product Development: Built-In

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We don’t believe in fast fashion without responsibility. That’s why our product development team is trained in: Circular design strategies (e.g., mono-material use, recyclability) Social compliance alignment (from trims to production techniques) Sustainable packaging innovation Eco-conscious wash and dye options End-of-life thinking for garments We help your product not only look good-but do good.

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Stage

Sampling Process Overview

What Happens
Design Brief Review - We analyze your brief, target market, and pricing to create a clear roadmap
Fabric/ Trim Sourcing - Certified options shared with lead times and costs
Proto Sample Creation - First version of your design, with suggested improvements
Fit Sample & Size Set - Corrections incorporated, fit tested, graded across size range
Final Pre-Production - Sign-off sample created before production

Working With Us: What to Expect Clients love working with ITMS SOURCING because we’re: Responsive: Daily communication via email, WhatsApp, or project boards Collaborative: We share moodboards, fabric references, costing suggestions Transparent: All costs, lead times, and changes are documented Detail-Oriented: From fabric shrinkage to label placement-we track it all Sustainability-Aligned: Every material or method we suggest includes a sustainability lens

Case Example: From Sketch to Store in 75 Days

A UK-based brand approached us with a concept for a minimalist, gender-neutral lounge set using organic cotton and recycled trims. Our process: Concept to prototype: 12 days Fit sample and corrections: 10 days Final bulk confirmation: Day 24 Production + logistics: 45 days and was reordered within 30 days. Outcome: Full drop delivered on day 75. The collection sold out in 3 weeks.

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What Clients Say

“ITMS SOURCING transformed our sketches into real products, adding ideas we hadn’t even thought of. They saved us time and money-and the final collection was better than expected.”

“Their development team is responsive, proactive, and genuinely creative. They aren’t just a vendor-they’re a partner in design.”