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1. What Makes Surefront Better
2. Complete Tech Packs for Every Detail
3. Customizable Tech Packs 
4. Automated, Effortless, and Fast
5. Create as Many Templates as You Need
6. Take a Free Trial
7. Further Reading

In today’s fast-paced fashion industry, tech packs shouldn’t slow you down—they should empower you to move faster, collaborate better, and create with confidence. At Surefront, we understand that your tech packs need to be complete, customizable, and automated—just like the way you work.

If you want to start generating custom tech pack templates immediately, sign up for a demo account of Surefront. Our software automatically builds tech packs from any product data you import. 

What Makes Surefront’s Tech Pack Generator Better than the Rest?

Our tech pack generator is quick and error-free—a far cry from traditional tech pack creation. There are a few key things the competition simply can’t do that we can.

Leverage Existing Product Data

Surefront handles your product specifications during every step of the product lifecycle. That means it contains the most up-to-date product info at all times. 

Are you in the concept phase? Surefront has your initial design specs. Do you need a sample version of a fashion garment created? Simply click on your product and create a tech pack right in Surefront. 

You can pull product info from Surefront’s PLM or its product catalog. It all lives on a unified collaboration platform. 

Complete Tech Packs for Every Detail

Surefront ensures your tech packs cover everything you need to bring a design to life. It’s about making sure nothing gets missed, and everyone stays aligned.

1. Product Data
   Picture a simple, clear table on the right-hand side of your tech pack—this is where all your product specs live. Everything from measurements to materials is captured in one place, so there’s no room for confusion.

   
   Example: Walmart uses PLM to manage data across thousands of products. With so many items, it's crucial that their product information stays organized and accessible. Surefront helps ensure that your product data is complete and easy to share, just like Walmart does when managing its vast array of inventory.

2. Product Images
   You want your team and manufacturers to see exactly what you see. With Surefront, your tech packs include detailed product images that give everyone a visual roadmap for the final garment.

3. Bill of Materials (BOM)
   No need to manually list every component; Surefront does it for you. Your tech pack will include a complete breakdown of all materials, from fabrics to trims, ensuring smooth production.

   
   Example: Costco relies on PLM to manage its product lifecycle across categories like apparel and home goods. Having an accurate BOM is essential for them to ensure the products they offer meet their quality standards. With Surefront, your BOM can ensure manufacturers get exactly what they need—no missing materials or last-minute surprises.

4. Image Markups
   Sometimes words aren’t enough. With Surefront, you can add visual markups and notes directly to your product images. It’s like having a conversation with your team and suppliers, but with pictures.

5. Chat Comments (Surefront only)
   You deserve a platform that supports seamless collaboration. Surefront lets you keep all feedback and communication in one place. Your team can easily share comments and ideas directly in the tech pack, speeding up decision-making.

Customizable Tech Packs That Fit Your Workflow

At Surefront, we know that no two products—or teams—are the same. That’s why we let you customize your tech packs to fit your unique needs.

• Include What Matters
  You have full control over what data goes into your tech packs. Need to leave out proprietary information like cost or margin? Done. Want to keep your focus on the essentials? You decide what makes the cut.

• Tailored to Your Process
  Whether you're working on a new shoe line or refining a t-shirt design, Surefront lets you customize each tech pack by choosing any combination of the five core components: Product Data, Images, BOM, Image Markups, and Chat Comments.

  
  Example: Nike uses PLM to manage its complex product lines, from sportswear to shoes. Their teams create custom templates for different product types, ensuring that each tech pack is perfectly tailored to the specific needs of each product line. With Surefront, you can do the same—create and save as many templates as you need, whether for shirts, shoes, or accessories.

• Save Time with Templates
  You shouldn’t have to start from scratch every time. Surefront allows you to create as many templates as you need. Save a template for each product type—whether it's for shirts, shoes, or anything in between—and simply reuse them. This means less time spent on repetitive tasks and more time bringing your ideas to life.

Automated, Effortless, and Fast

We believe your tools should work as fast as you do. With Surefront, creating and sharing tech packs couldn’t be easier.

• One-Click Simplicity
  Once your tech pack template is ready, generating the PDF is as easy as a single click. No endless exporting or manual formatting required—just click, download, and you’re ready to go.

• Easy Sharing, Streamlined Communication
  Need to share your tech pack with a supplier or a colleague? With Surefront, you can send it directly via email or attach it to a chat message within the platform. Collaboration has never been this smooth, or this easy.

Create as Many Templates as You Need

After you select the product information and specs you want to include, you can save your selections as a template for future products. 

You can continue creating templates to match new product offerings—there’s no limit. This level of built-in flexibility is designed to handle the complexity of large and involved product catalogs. You never want to be stuck building many complex tech packs from one uninspiring template type. 

Further Reading
The Complete Guide to Fashion Tech Packs
What are Tech Packs?
How to Create Tech Packs
Tech Pack Templates

Take a Free Trial to Start Generating Tech Packs

The best way to see the power of Surefront’s tech pack generator is to try it for yourself. Simply sign up for a free account to get started.

Getting Started on Surefront

Building custom tech pack templates is as simple as signing up for a free trial of Surefront. You simply import product data into the software and build custom tech packs. Learn more about tech packs by reading our Ultimate Guide to Creating Tech Packs for Fashion.

For a more detailed demo, You can speak to a sales associate and have them demo the feature.