How we work
Rovo is built as an execution system — not a single factory.
We design supply chains per product, activate specialist partners per process, and remain embedded from development to bulk delivery.
Structured. Accountable. Engineered for speed.
1
Strategic Operating Alignment
We start with how your brand operates.
Drop cadence.
Tier structure.
Margin architecture.
Speed pressure.
Risk exposure.
Internal workflow.
DFM only works when we understand your operating model first.
2
Collection Architecture & Tier Mapping
Modern assortments aren’t uniform. We map your range into production clusters:
Replenishment drivers
Inline core styles
High-complexity pieces
Capsule/collaborations
Entry vs premium tiers
Each tier requires its own sourcing logic.
3
Specialist Allocation (DFM Core)
We don’t assign “a factory.” We build product-specific supply chains.
Product → Specialist → Capacity → Timeline → Cost Model.
This ensures:
Best technical execution
Competitive positioning per tier
Reduced dependency risk
Allocation is product-based, not factory-based.
4
Cost & Margin Engineering
We optimise total landed cost — not just FOB. We structure:
Regional sourcing routes
Tariff positioning
MOQ distribution
Capacity economics
Logistics structure
Cost architecture is designed per product category.
5
Development & Rapid Prototyping
Development is engineered for speed and precision. We manage:
Technical validation
Fit iterations
Fabric feasibility
Construction refinement
Early risk assessment
Speed in development defines speed in bulk.
6
Pre-Production Engineering
Before bulk production starts, everything is locked. We align:
Final tech packs
PP samples
BOM validation
Fabric & trim readiness
Production timelines
Compliance documentation
Bulk begins only when risk is structurally reduced.
7
PO Placement & Capacity Governance
Purchase Orders are strategic decisions. We control:
Timing of PO release
Capacity slot confirmation
Volume distribution across suppliers
Exposure balancing
Cash-flow aware sequencing
This prevents overload, delays, and bottlenecks.
8
Testing, Compliance & Quality Control
Quality is validated — not assumed. We coordinate:
Lab testing (wash, shrinkage, colourfastness, etc.)
Certification checks (GOTS, OEKO-TEX, etc.)
In-line inspections
Final QC
Digital traceability readiness
Control is embedded before problems scale.
9
Production Monitoring & Delivery Execution
We manage production until goods are delivered, including:
On-site supervision
Issue escalation
Shipment coordination
Customs positioning
Delivery window alignment
Execution protects margin.
10
Review, Optimisation & Long-Term Integration
After delivery, we improve. We analyse:
Lead time variance
Cost performance
Quality trends
Replenishment velocity
Then refine the allocation for the next cycle.
DFM becomes an operating system — not a transaction.
Core Principles Behind Our Process
Product-first configuration
We design the supply chain around each style — not the other way around.
Specialist orchestration
Every garment passes through a coordinated group of expert manufacturers, selected for each process.
Embedded oversight
Our team operates on the ground across development, pre-production, testing and bulk.
Engineered lead times
Speed is configured structurally — not negotiated reactively.
Cost architecture by design
We align capacity and process to avoid hidden margin erosion.
One production system. Multiple specialist nodes.
Rovo connects 40+ specialist manufacturers into a single, engineered execution framework. Development, testing, pre-production, bulk, compliance and documentation operate as one integrated workflow — not as disconnected suppliers.
We replace fragmented chains with a structured system: clear accountability, shared data, synchronised timelines.
As EU regulations evolve — from Digital Product Passports to CSRD — compliance is built into the architecture, not added later.
“The Rovo team is very knowledgeable across all product categories which has been really helpful when we're looking to expand our offerings"
Genny Mayden
Director of Product
“Quality, Price, Communication and Design. Rovo has an understanding of what Supreme is looking for."
Georgina Mok-Reyes
Director of Development & Production
"Excellent craftsmanship, reliable service and strong regional expertise. A top choice for high-quality garment manufacturing."
Paul Roughley
Director of Global Sourcing & Product Development