Material Adjustment Approved Following Pre-Production Test Findings

A material adjustment was approved for a women’s footwear project after pre-production testing identified early signs of wear fatigue in high-stress areas. While the sample met visual standards, test results indicated potential durability risk. Before bulk materials were finalized, alternative options were evaluated and a revised specification was approved to better match expected wear conditions. Addressing the issue at this stage prevented the risk from scaling across production quantities and reduced potential return exposure. The case underscores the role of testing as a decision tool rather than a procedural step.