Master the craft of custom production.
Browse our curated library of production-ready techpack blueprints, team roster sheets, Incoterms cheat-sheets, and in-depth fabricology masterclasses.
From zero to receiving your first 3 factory bids.
Follow our 4-step launch playbook: 1) Build your visual spec in Proov Studio, 2) Define fabric GSM and order quantity, 3) Launch your reverse auction to audited makers, 4) Lock your golden sample with an on-site Proov Inspector.
Seller Onboarding & Verification
Factories undergo a 42-point floor inspection by Proov Inspector before being granted reverse-auction bidding rights. We inspect machinery condition, fire exits, worker conditions, and tax registration.
Buyer Onboarding & Workspace Setup
Set up your team workspace, invite teammates and external kit designers, link your preferred payment rail (credit card, bank ACH, or UK Faster Payments), and choose your default Incoterms (FOB or DDP).
Use Case Blueprints
Pre-built specification blueprints for Sublimated Match Kits, 450 GSM Heavyweight Streetwear Hoodies, 4-Way Stretch Performance Leggings, and Artisan Drum-Dyed Leather Jackets.
Techpack Templates & BOM Sheets
Downloadable standard Bill of Materials (BOM) Excel and CAD PDF templates with industry standard point-of-measure tolerance tables (±0.5cm) recognized by Sialkot factories.
Free Downloadable CAD BlueprintsRoster Collection Matrix
Spreadsheet and web form templates for athletic teams, academies, and tournament organizers to collect player sizing and squad numbers with zero duplicates.
Escrow Milestone Guide
Learn how buyer funds are segregated in tier-one bank accounts, unlocking in strict tranches: 30% upon raw yarn intake verification, 30% upon inline sewing audit, and 40% upon final AQL pass.
See Proov Inspector Gate ViewerIncoterms Made Simple: FOB vs. DDP
FOB (Free on Board - Sialkot / Karachi)
The seller pays all costs to produce the goods and clear Pakistani export customs onto the air freight carrier or cargo ship. The buyer manages international freight and UK/US import duties.
Best for: Experienced importers with freight forwarder accountsDDP (Delivered Duty Paid - Doorstep)
The seller and Proov handle everything: production, air freight courier, customs clearance, import tariffs, and final delivery to your doorstep with zero surprise customs bills.
Best for: Sports clubs and independent brand foundersproov University: Fabricology & Quality Control
Free self-paced courses covering fabric weights (GSM vs. Oz), knit structures (Single Jersey, Interlock, French Terry, Rib), sublimation transfer printing vs. direct-to-garment (DTG), and how AQL 2.5 defect math works.
Combed vs Carded yarn, loopback weight, and shrinkage control.
Sample lot math, minor vs major defect definitions, and drop testing.
Pantone color fidelity, silicone heat seals, and zipper grading.
Partner Program for Designers & Agencies
Freelance sportswear designers, creative agencies, and kit consultants earn recurring rev-share and gain dedicated factory production slots for their client accounts.
Makers & Founders Community
Join monthly virtual roundtables where factory owners from Sialkot and brand founders from London exchange notes on supply chain trends and fabric innovations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)?
Most verified factories on Proov accommodate pilot runs as low as 50 units for sublimated teamwear and 100 units for cut-and-sew heavyweight streetwear.
What happens if a Proov Inspector fails an order?
If the AQL 2.5 audit reveals defects exceeding allowable tolerances, the factory is given a 7–10 day cure window to rework or remake the flawed pieces. Escrow funds remain locked until a re-inspection passes.
How fast do samples arrive?
Physical golden samples are stitched within 5–7 business days and shipped via express courier directly to your doorstep in 3 business days.