Samtop’s Flexible Revision Process and What Changes Are (and Aren’t) Possible After Sampling
Yes — at Samtop, you can request changes even after golden sample approval. We categorize revisions by risk level and provide fast evaluation, visual confirmation, and timeline impact so your rollout stays on track.
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🎯 Introduction: Sample Approved ≠ Set in Stone
You’ve approved your prototype. Then…
“The brand updated the logo color.”
“The tray needs one more product slot.”
“Retail asked to shorten the base height.”
Sound familiar?
✅ Retail rollouts evolve.
✅ Brand books change.
✅ Market needs shift.
At Samtop, we don’t panic — we engineer for flexibility. This article breaks down:
- What changes are safe to make
- What will affect production or cost
- How we handle late-stage change requests with speed and structure
🔁 3 Types of Revisions — and How We Handle Them
| Revision Type | Examples | Risk Level | Impact | Samtop Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic (Visual Only) | Logo color, PU tone, font, label/QR, print graphic | 🟢 Low | None or minimal | Proceed with digital proof, no delay |
| Functional / Material | Change MDF to metal, LED driver switch, insert add | 🟡 Medium | Cost + timeline shift (2–5 days) | Engineer review + minor re-prototype |
| Structural / Dimensional | Height change, layout shift, counter → floor | 🔴 High | New tooling, BOM update, sampling | Full impact report + client reapproval |
🛠️ Samtop’s Revision Process — Structured for Clarity
- You submit change request (email/meeting)
- We assess: design, cost, material, timeline
- Revision Assessment Sheet sent
- You approve updated drawing/photo/render
- We update BOM, QC, packaging, docs
- Proceed with revised production or sampling
📁 Everything is documented — zero ambiguity, full alignment.
💡 Real Case Study: Logo Change After Sample Approval
Client: Global beauty brand
Rollout: 200 stores across 3 regions
Timeline: Sample approved → 2 weeks later, brand team changed logo color + size
🟩 Samtop Solution:
- Updated logo screen print size + color (PMS-matched)
- Sent digital render for approval
- Printed on PU using same batch material
- No re-sample needed — timeline unchanged
✅ 200 units delivered on time
✅ Branding matched new brand book
✅ Client updated internal spec with Samtop’s file
❗ Before You Request a Change: Ask These 4 Things
| Question | Why It Matters | Samtop Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Will this change the fit/structure? | Could affect CNC, glue points, LED position | Ask early — we run engineering checks fast |
| Does it need a new material or thickness? | May require cost update or re-source | We’ll confirm feasibility and lead time |
| Is your deadline tight? | Some changes are fast-tracked, others aren’t | We can do visual confirmation to save time |
| Is it visual only (print, label, graphic)? | Low-risk, minimal production impact | Often no re-sample needed |
✅ Early notice = smoother execution
👥 Who Should Read This?
- ✅ Brand teams with global stakeholders
- ✅ Agencies working under fast timelines
- ✅ Project managers juggling mid-phase changes
- ✅ Procurement balancing budget and speed
- ✅ VM teams launching in regional waves
📦 Summary: Approval = Launch Base, Not a Locked Wall
Your golden sample is your foundation — but real campaigns evolve.
With Samtop, your changes are:
✅ Reviewed
✅ Documented
✅ Evaluated for impact
✅ Managed efficiently
✅ Implemented without surprises
📩 Need to Revise a Spec or Layout?
We’re ready. Send us your updated drawing, brand change, or visual spec — we’ll get it reviewed within 24–48 hours.
👉 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.samtop.com
Samtop Display – Flexible, Reliable, Engineered to Evolve.
