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Apparel sourcing insights.
Frequently asked questions and practical guidance, prepared by the merchandisers who manage these orders. Published to help buyers make informed sourcing decisions.
Industry updates
- Jul 2026Bangladesh now holds 69 of the world's 100 highest-rated LEED-certified factories, including 18 of the top 20Dhaka Tribune
- Jul 2026RMG exports reached USD 3.89 billion in a single month, up 14.7% on the previous monthBSS News
- 2026284 garment factories in Bangladesh are now LEED certified, of which 121 are Platinum rated and 144 GoldNew Age
- Q4 FY26Garment exports rose 11% year on year to USD 10.10 billion in the April to June quarterApparel Views
- 2025A record 38 new LEED-certified green factories were added in a single year, 22 of them Platinum ratedBangladesh Textile Journal
- Q4 FY26Net export value rose to 62% of earnings, up from 57% a year earlier, as local backward linkage deepensApparel Views
Frequently asked questions
How a buying house works, what to send with an enquiry, how we select and vet factories, design confidentiality, inspection and shipping documents.
Read the FAQ
What belongs in a garment tech pack (and what slows you down)
The single document that decides whether your first sample is close or a waste of three weeks. A section-by-section breakdown with the mistakes we see most. Read the guide
The factory compliance checklist every buyer should run before placing an order
Which certificates matter, which are easy to fake, what to ask for in writing, and the questions that reveal more than any audit report. Read the guideFurther guides
We publish a new guide approximately every month, covering fabric selection, buyer due diligence, Incoterms for apparel buyers and shipping from Chattogram. We welcome suggestions for topics.