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Production Mistakes
Production mistakes happen when the correct inputs are handled in the wrong sequence, with an incorrect job configuration, or without monitoring the physical process.
Common production mistakes
| Mistake | Possible effect | Better practice |
|---|---|---|
| Allowing automatic scaling | Artwork is produced at an unintended size | Confirm final dimensions after import |
| Mirroring incorrectly | Text and artwork face the wrong direction | Apply mirroring only when the selected process requires it |
| Using the wrong order or personalization | A technically good product is still incorrect | Match the file, order, and product at setup and release |
| Skipping the first-unit check | The same defect is repeated across the order | Approve the first acceptable output before continuing |
| Changing settings during a run without recording them | Units become inconsistent and the result cannot be repeated | Control and document changes |
| Rushing finishing or stabilization | Peeling, smearing, ghosting, marks, or damage can occur | Follow the validated timing and sequence |
| Continuing after output drifts | Material and labor waste increase | Stop, isolate affected units, and correct the cause |