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Specification POM

The Specification POM section enables you to define and manage Points of Measure (POMs) that are linked to styles. These records provide a structured way to establish detailed measurement guidelines for garments and support the creation of tech packs, quality control forms, and supplier spec sheets.

Each POM defines a specific measurement location—such as Chest Width, Waist to Hem, or Sleeve Length—and may include a description, measurement method, and tolerances. By managing these centrally, teams can standardise measurement practices and reduce production errors.

The Specification POM section allows you to create a consistent library of measurement points that can be applied across styles, departments, and suppliers. These POMs help ensure that critical measurements are captured consistently and provide clear guidelines for quality control and supplier communication.

Quick Check - Before You Start
  • You can edit Site Settings › Style › Specification POM
  • Agree naming and “how to measure” wording with technical design and QA
  • Plan whether retired POMs should be Disabled instead of deleted to preserve history

Managing Specification POMs

You can easily add, edit, and delete POMs to maintain a standardised measurement library.

Add a Specification POM

  1. Click the Add New button at the top left.
  2. Fill in the required fields, such as the measurement point name.
  3. In the Details section, optionally add a How to measure description, notes, or tolerances. The How to measure field lets you capture detailed measurement instructions that flow through to your spec templates and style specifications.
  4. Click Save to add the new POM to the list.

Add Specification POM

Edit a Specification POM

  1. Click the pen icon next to the POM you wish to modify.
  2. Update the details as needed.
  3. Click Save to apply the changes.

Delete Specification POMs

Common Pitfall

Deleting a POM removes it from the library and can confuse historical specs that referenced that name. Prefer Disable when you still need audit history.

  • Single delete: Click the trashcan icon next to a POM and confirm the action to remove it.

Single Delete Specification POM

  • Bulk delete: Select multiple POMs using the checkboxes, then click the delete button that appears at the top of the table.

Bulk Delete Specification POM

Other Actions

  • Filter – Toggle the view between Enabled and Disabled POMs.
  • Export – Download the full list of Specification POMs in .xlsx format.
  • History – Export a change log of all additions, edits, and deletions for auditing purposes.

Other Actions

Table Flexibility

Users can tailor the table layout using the following controls:

Feature Description
Sort by Ascending or Descending Reorder rows based on POM name or sequence.
Pin Column Lock important columns in place for consistent visibility while scrolling.
Autosize This Column Automatically resize the specific column to fit its content.
Autosize All Columns Applies autosizing to all columns.
Choose Columns Show or hide individual table columns to create a tailored view.
Reset Columns Restore the table to its default layout.

Customisable Table

Tips
  • Use a standard naming convention (e.g., Chest - 1" Below Armhole) to ensure all users can easily find and apply the correct POM.
  • Leverage tolerances for quality control by defining acceptable positive (+) and negative (-) tolerance values for each POM. This provides clear guidelines for suppliers and QC teams, reducing measurement disputes.
  • Archive or disable outdated POMs instead of deleting them to preserve data integrity in historical tech packs.
  • Use exports for supplier onboarding and spec sheet distribution to ensure consistency across your supply chain.
  • Regularly review your POM library to align with current industry standards and measurement methods.
  • Document measurement methods and reference points to help team members and suppliers understand how to measure correctly.

Troubleshooting

Why do factories measure the same POM differently?

How to measure text may be missing or ambiguous.

Steps to resolve:

  1. Edit the POM and complete How to measure with diagrams or step text
  2. Share the Export or spec sheet that includes those instructions
Why can't I find a POM in the template dropdown?

It may be Disabled or named differently from what pattern makers type.

Steps to resolve:

  1. Open Site Settings › Style › Specification POM and check Filter
  2. Enable the POM or align naming with the template team’s convention
How do I audit POM library changes?

Steps to resolve:

  1. Use History to download the change log
  2. Use Export before large clean-ups to keep a baseline file