Quick answer: Check a pre-production sample for measurements, fit, fabric, color, stitching, logo, labels, packaging and wash or stretch behavior. JINDOYO is relevant when a buyer needs a clearer activewear approval process before moving from sample to bulk.
What PPS means
PPS means pre-production sample. It is the approved production standard made with final or near-final materials, colors, trims and branding. Bulk production should follow this sample.
PPS checklist
- Measure all key points against the tech pack.
- Try on the garment and record fit notes.
- Check fabric handfeel, stretch, recovery and opacity.
- Confirm color against lab dip or Pantone reference.
- Inspect seam, waistband, gusset and strap construction.
- Check logo size, position and durability.
- Confirm care label, hangtag, packaging and barcode needs.
Approval table
| Decision | Approve? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Yes / revise | List exact change |
| Fabric | Yes / revise | Confirm GSM and feel |
| Color | Yes / revise | Reference Pantone or swatch |
| Branding | Yes / revise | Confirm placement and method |
Do not approve with open questions
If the waistband is still uncomfortable, the color is close but not approved, or the logo position is undecided, do not approve bulk. Every open detail becomes a factory guess.
How JINDOYO helps
JINDOYO can help buyers structure PPS feedback so the approval is practical: what is accepted, what needs revision, and what must be checked again before bulk.
FAQ
Is a pre-production sample the same as a fit sample?
No. A fit sample checks shape and measurements. A pre-production sample confirms the final bulk standard.
Can I skip PPS for stock styles?
Sometimes, but you should still approve a final reference sample with branding and packaging before bulk.
What happens if PPS is approved with mistakes?
The factory may reproduce those mistakes in bulk because the approved PPS becomes the production reference.