Sample Colours
The Sample Colours section is located in the Samples tab of the Order module. It provides a visual breakdown of the colourways selected for sampling, based on configurations made in the Order > Colours & Pricing section. This section serves as a planning and tracking tool, enabling teams to see which order colours are designated for sample creation and manage estimated quantities per colourway.
The section automatically synchronises colour selections from the Colours & Pricing configuration, requiring no additional input to populate the colour list. This seamless integration ensures consistency between order colour selections and sample planning, reducing manual data entry and potential discrepancies.
Each entry in the Sample Colours section represents a colourway that has been configured for the order, allowing you to plan and track expected sample quantities efficiently. The section supports in-line editing for quick updates to estimated unit values, making it easy to adjust planning as requirements evolve.
How to View Sample Colours
Sample colours are automatically populated based on your order configuration:
- Go to the Order module and select your order.
- Open the Samples tab.
- The Sample Colours section displays all colourways configured in Order > Colours & Pricing.
- Each colourway appears as a separate entry with its estimated total units.
Automatic Synchronisation
The Sample Colours section automatically pulls colour selections from the Order > Colours & Pricing configuration. No manual colour entry is required in this section.
How to Edit Estimated Total Units
You can update the estimated total units for each colourway directly within the table:
- Locate the colourway you want to update in the Sample Colours section.
- Click on the Estimated Total Units field for that colourway.
- Enter the expected number of samples for the colourway.
- The value is saved automatically when you click away or press Enter.
In-Line Editing
All fields in the Sample Colours section support in-line editing, allowing you to quickly update values.
Sample Colours Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Colourway | The colourway name and visual representation. This field is automatically populated from the predefined colour options selected in the Order > Colours & Pricing section. The colour cannot be edited directly in this section. |
| Estimated Total Units | An editable field where you input the expected number of samples for each colourway. This value is used for planning and tracking purposes. You can update this value at any time using in-line editing. |
Functionality
In-Line Editing
The Sample Colours section supports in-line editing for the Estimated Total Units field, enabling you to modify values directly within the table without navigating to a separate edit interface. Changes are saved automatically when you click away from the field or press Enter.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Direct Editing | Click directly on the Estimated Total Units field to edit the value. |
| Auto-Save | Values are automatically saved when you click away or press Enter. |
| Quick Updates | Update multiple colourway quantities efficiently without leaving the table view. |
Colour Synchronisation
The Sample Colours section maintains automatic synchronisation with the Order > Colours & Pricing configuration:
| Functionality | Description |
|---|---|
| Automatic Population | Colourways are automatically added to the Sample Colours section when configured in Colours & Pricing. |
| Consistency | Ensures consistency between order colour selections and sample planning. |
| No Manual Entry | Eliminates the need for manual colour entry, reducing errors and saving time. |
Colour Configuration
To add or modify colours available in the Sample Colours section, you must update the colour configuration in Order > Colours & Pricing. Changes made there will automatically reflect in the Sample Colours section.
Use Cases
The Sample Colours section supports various planning and tracking scenarios:
| Use Case | Description |
|---|---|
| Sample Planning | Use estimated total units to plan sample quantities per colourway before creating detailed sample requirements. |
| Quantity Tracking | Track expected sample quantities across all colourways in a single view. |
| Resource Planning | Estimate resource requirements based on total sample quantities across all colourways. |
| Colour Overview | Quickly review which colourways are designated for sampling and their expected quantities. |
Best Practices
To maximise the effectiveness of the Sample Colours section, consider these best practices:
| Practice | Description |
|---|---|
| Regular Updates | Update estimated total units regularly as sample requirements become clearer or change. |
| Consistent Planning | Use this section as a planning tool before creating detailed sample requirements in the Sample Requirements section. |
| Colour Configuration | Ensure colours are properly configured in Order > Colours & Pricing before planning sample quantities. |
| Documentation | Use estimated units as a reference point when creating detailed sample requirements with specific sizes and deadlines. |
Helpful Tips
- Update estimated total units as sample requirements become clearer throughout the development process.
- Use this section as a planning overview before creating detailed sample requirements.
- Ensure colour configurations are complete in Order > Colours & Pricing before planning sample quantities.
- Estimated units serve as a reference for creating detailed sample requirements with specific sizes, colours, and deadlines.