Enhancing DecoNetwork: The Need for Item-Level Color Settings in Screen Printing

In the world of custom apparel, flexibility and precision are key. At Macro Merch, we understand the importance of meeting customer expectations while maintaining operational efficiency. Currently, DecoNetwork offers a robust platform for managing various aspects of custom apparel decoration. However, one limitation has been a significant pain point for us and many others in the industry: the inability to set maximum color limits for screen printing on a per-item basis.

The Challenge

Screen printing is a versatile and popular method for decorating garments, but it comes with its own set of limitations. One major constraint is the number of colors that can be used in a design. DecoNetwork allows us to set a global maximum number of colors, which is applied across all products. While this feature works well in general, it falls short in specific scenarios.

For instance, we often run promotions for one-color print tees. However, due to the global color setting, customers are currently able to design with up to six colors. This leads to situations where customers create multi-color designs for products that are intended to be single-color prints. The result? We have to reach out to the customer to modify their design, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction.

The Solution: Item-Level Color Settings

DecoNetwork already provides the flexibility to override default settings at the product level for features like production time, decoration methods, product-specific pricing, and minimum quantities. Extending this functionality to include maximum color limits for screen printing on an item-level would be a game-changer.

By allowing us to set maximum color limits for individual products, we can ensure that customers are only able to design within the constraints of the specific sale or promotion. This would streamline the design process, reduce the need for follow-up communications, and enhance the overall customer experience.

Benefits of Item-Level Color Settings

1. Increased Customer Satisfaction: Customers can design within the correct parameters from the start, reducing the need for revisions and enhancing their experience.
2. Operational Efficiency: Our team can focus on production rather than spending time on customer communications to correct designs.
3. Flexibility and Precision: We can run more varied promotions and sales, each with specific design constraints, without worrying about the limitations of the global color setting.
4. Consistency and Quality: Ensuring that designs meet the specific requirements of each promotion helps maintain the quality and consistency of our products.

Conclusion

DecoNetwork has been a valuable tool for managing our custom apparel business, but the addition of item-level color settings for screen printing would significantly enhance its functionality. This feature would align with the existing capabilities of the platform and provide much-needed flexibility to accommodate diverse promotional needs.

We urge DecoNetwork to consider this feature request seriously. It promises to improve not only our operations but also the experience of our customers, helping us deliver high-quality products that meet their exact specifications. Let's make custom apparel decoration even more customer-friendly and efficient!