So, you’ve brought your idea to life and your tech pack is ready to go. Awesome! Getting it into the hands of a manufacturer is the next big step, and we’ve designed the platform to make this as seamless as possible. The best way to share your work is directly through Genpire’s built-in "Request for Quote" (RFQ) flow. This keeps everything tidy and ensures your potential manufacturing partner sees exactly what they need to see.
Sharing Your Tech Pack Directly on Genpire
Once your tech pack is looking good in your Creator Dashboard, head over to its detail view. Before you do anything else, we strongly recommend publishing it. Think of publishing as locking in a final version, which prevents any confusion down the line. With your tech pack published, you're ready to roll.
You’ll kick things off by hitting the "Request Quote" button. This opens up a window where you'll fill in the key details for your production run. It's all pretty straightforward. You'll give your order a title, specify if you're looking for a sample or a full quantity order, and pop in the number of units you need. There’s also space to add a general description, your estimated budget, and a little note about your own manufacturing experience (no worries if you're new—that's what we're here for!). Finally, you'll add the destination address and preferred shipping method. Once that's all filled out, you can select a supplier and send your request on its way. It’s that simple.
What Your Manufacturer Sees
When you send an RFQ through the platform, the manufacturer doesn't just get an email with a messy attachment. Instead, they receive a secure, professional link to your tech pack. This gives them a comprehensive and interactive view of your entire project.
They can see all the critical details you’ve generated: the product overview, materials, components, colorways, construction notes, and any of the assets you uploaded, like logos, print designs, or reference images. It's the full picture, all in one place. If you used our tool to generate a size guide, they'll see that, too—which is absolutely crucial for any wearable product. This method ensures they have the official, most up-to-date version, which helps them give you a much more accurate quote.
Can I Download My Tech Pack as a PDF?
We get this question a lot! The short answer is that the Genpire platform is built around a "live" tech pack concept. Instead of exporting a static PDF that can quickly become outdated, we prioritize sharing a direct link. Why? Because products evolve.
If you make a small tweak or a revision, an old PDF floating around in someone's inbox can cause some seriously expensive mistakes. By using the live link shared via the RFQ process, you guarantee that your manufacturer is always looking at the correct version. It becomes the single source of truth for your project, which eliminates a ton of back-and-forth and protects you from miscommunication. This keeps your project on track and ensures everyone is on the same page, literally.
Related questions
Why should I publish my tech pack before sending it?
Publishing your tech pack creates a locked version, like a snapshot in time. This is a huge help for version control. It means that the quote you receive from a manufacturer is based on that exact version, preventing any mix-ups if you decide to experiment with changes later on.
Can I send my tech pack to a manufacturer who isn't on Genpire?
The RFQ flow is designed to connect you seamlessly with the vetted manufacturers in the Genpire network. Keeping everything on the platform allows you to track your quotes, manage communications, and view your order history all in one spot. It’s about creating a smooth and transparent process from start to finish.
What happens if I need to update the tech pack after sending it?
No problem at all—product development is an iterative process! Your tech pack has built-in revision management. You can make your changes, save them as a new version, and then clearly communicate that update to your manufacturer through the platform to make sure they're working off the latest and greatest specs.