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smallest size articles placed in opposite directions within one marker and then to move
to medium sizes, for example, 36–46, 38–44, and 40–42 (see Section 3.6).

3.2.4 The most effective use of time and labour
For the most efficient use of time and labour, it is necessary to make optimal length
markers, to use the entire length of a spreading table, and to make appropriate use of
specific spreading and cutting equipment.

3.2.5 A lay planning sample
Taking into account all the previously described basic principles, the four steps of lay
planning are shown in Table 3.1 and described below:
First planning step: the ordered sizes are united in pairs (36–46, 38–44, and 40–42) to ensure
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the most efficient use of fabric in the markers. A spread for each marker is made, laying
down the number of plies that correspond to the total article number of the smallest item of
each pair. For example, in a spread for a marker: 36–46, 20 plies will be laid as 20 articles
represents the smallest total order for this pair (38 articles have to be cut for size 36, but only
20 articles have to be cut for size 46, see Table 3.1).
Second planning step: the rest of the articles ordered for each size are calculated (36 size,
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18 pieces; 38 size, 65 pieces; and 42 size, 8 pieces) and combined in new pairings for new
markers. As the order for size 38 is much bigger than for sizes 36 and 42, it has to be united
with next one biggest order (size 36). Thus, the pair 36–38 is formed. The spread for this
marker will be laid in 18 plies (the total remaining number of size 36).
Third planning step: the last two sizes are paired, and the spread is laid in eight plies.
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Fourth planning step: a separate marker is created for the one remaining size and spread with
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the remaining 39 plies.

3.3 Cutting room management systems

Several companies offer computerized management systems, which eliminate all
manual paperwork. They organize, schedule, and monitor all the garment cutting

Table 3.1 The lay planning of an order in four steps
Ordered number of articles for a size Combinations
Planning of sizes in one Number
steps 36 38 40 42 44 46 marker of plies

1. 38 90 55 63 25 20 36–46 20
38–44 25
40–42 55
2. 18 65 – 8 – – 36–38 18
3. – 47 – 8 – – 38–42 8
4. – 39 – – – – 38 39