4. Do you know who measures, cuts, makes and corrects? — Deposit essential

• 0 points: I know the salesperson or brand, but not the production and correction responsibilities.
• 1 point: Some roles are identified, but responsibility becomes unclear between the workshop, fitter and any overseas representative.
• 2 points: The agreement identifies the contracting business, measuring contact, cutter, making location and correction contact. A named business accepts responsibility for coordinating the commission and resolving handover problems.

Next evidence to obtain: A simple responsibility map. If a US partner is involved, ask both businesses to confirm its actual scope: measurement, intermediate fittings, finished-garment alterations, or some combination.

Skills England distinguishes the cutter’s pattern and fitting responsibilities from the tailor’s assembly, fitting preparation and finishing responsibilities. That distinction is the reason to ask about roles rather than job titles alone. (occupational-maps.skillsengland.education.gov.uk)