Separate styles, colors and pack formats so quotations and cartons remain easy to reconcile.
01 · Give every variation a reference
Assign a reference and image to every size, color and style. Make the units clear: individual pieces, sets or full cartons.
02 · Review minimums by variation
List minimum quantities per style, color and packaging format. Check each variation even when the total order meets a supplier’s minimum.
03 · Estimate packed volume
Request carton dimensions, quantities per carton and gross weight with the quotation. For bulky goods such as baskets and planters, review how nesting affects freight costs.
04 · Agree how changes are handled
Agree whether a delayed item should be held, shipped separately or removed. Confirm specifications and prices again before accepting a replacement color, material or style.
Keep these details together in one sourcing brief for supplier review and follow-up.