Purchasing Support Center

Decision & Purchasing Center

Purchasing Support Center

Find ordering, artwork, proof, samples, pricing, minimums, production, rush, shipping, delivery, purchase order and tax-exempt guidance.

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How to use this page: Choose the guide that matches the operational question, then confirm product-specific terms in writing before purchase or implementation.

01

How to Order

Learn how to request recommendations, submit artwork, approve a proof, confirm payment and receive custom apparel or promotional products.

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02

Artwork Requirements

Prepare vector logos, transparent raster files, fonts, colors and production artwork for custom printing, embroidery and promotional products.

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03

Request a Sample

Request a blank, decorated or pre-production sample when available and understand sample cost, freight, approval and production limitations.

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04

Free Digital Mockup

Request a free digital mockup to review product, logo placement, approximate scale and presentation before approving custom production.

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05

Decoration Methods

Compare DTF, screen printing, embroidery, engraving, UV, pad printing, full-color digital printing and sublimation for custom products.

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06

Production Turnaround

Understand how artwork, proof approval, inventory, decoration, quantity, packaging, shipping and seasonality affect production turnaround.

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07

Rush Order Policy

Review eligibility, cutoff, artwork, inventory, rush fees, proof approval and delivery requirements for same-day and expedited custom orders.

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08

Shipping & Local Pickup

Review nationwide shipping, San Diego pickup, address requirements, transit estimates, inspection and delivery responsibility for custom orders.

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09

Venue & Hotel Delivery

Plan custom product delivery to hotels, venues and conference locations with receiving contacts, labels, deadlines, fees and room-drop requirements.

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10

Product Substitution Policy

Understand how out-of-stock colors, sizes, styles and components are handled before custom production and why substitutions require approval.

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11

Proof Approval Process

Learn what to review on a custom product proof, who may approve it, how revisions work and why written approval is required before production.

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12

Promotional Product Pricing Guide

Understand product, quantity, setup, decoration, freight, packaging, rush and fulfillment factors that determine promotional product pricing.

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13

Minimum Order Guide

Compare no-minimum, low-minimum and bulk promotional product ordering based on product eligibility, setup economics, quantity and purchasing intent.

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14

Corporate Purchasing & Purchase Orders

Review corporate purchasing, quote validity, vendor onboarding, purchase orders, payment terms, approvals and documentation for custom orders.

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15

Tax-Exempt Ordering

Learn how qualified organizations submit valid resale or exemption documentation before invoicing custom apparel and promotional product orders.

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