Reducing Unit Cost Without Sacrificing Quality

Cost engineering beats hard negotiation

Squeezing a supplier on price alone usually shows up later as reduced QC. Structural changes deliver better results.

Levers that work

1. Consolidate colourways — fewer setups, lower cost.
2. Standardise hardware across the range.
3. Increase order quantity on the top-selling style only.
4. Simplify internal lining where it is not visible.
5. Plan production in the off-season.
6. Approve samples quickly — delays cost money.