What should mature streetwear brands check before moving production to a new manufacturer?

Mature streetwear brands should check more than product price when evaluating a new manufacturer. Important points include sample accuracy, fabric and trim sourcing ability, pattern understanding, production workflow, QC standards, communication speed, revision handling, and bulk consistency. Brands should also confirm whether the manufacturer can manage multiple styles, repeat orders, custom labels, packaging requirements, and shipment deadlines. A small trial order or controlled sampling project is often a practical way to test supplier reliability before moving larger production programs.