{"id":8084,"date":"2026-10-12T11:35:32","date_gmt":"2026-10-12T01:35:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/?p=8084"},"modified":"2026-10-12T11:35:33","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T01:35:33","slug":"how-long-does-branded-merch-take-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/how-long-does-branded-merch-take-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does Branded Merch Take in Australia? A Timeline Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1  uagb-block-0aa0c755      \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#how-long-does-branded-merch-take-in-australia\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">How long does branded merch take in Australia?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#branded-merch-lead-times-by-production-options\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Branded merch lead times by production options<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#what-happens-between-your-enquiry-and-your-delivery\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">What happens between your enquiry and your delivery?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#what-speeds-up-or-slows-down-branded-merch-orders\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">What speeds up or slows down branded merch orders?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#how-do-i-work-backwards-from-my-event-date\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">How do I work backwards from my event date?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#can-i-get-urgent-branded-merch-in-australia\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Can I get urgent branded merch in Australia?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#how-does-promotion-products-keep-your-order-on-time\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">How does Promotion Products keep your order on time?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#branded-merch-turnaround-faqs\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Branded merch turnaround FAQs<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#ready-to-work-back-from-your-deadline\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Ready to work back from your deadline?<\/a><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s Tuesday afternoon. The conference is right around the corner. Somebody in the team asks, &#8220;Hang on, did we sort the merch?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ve been in that conversation with our customers more times than we can count and our job is to tell you straight-up what is and isn&#8217;t possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The honest answer depends on how your merch is made: is it stocked locally, ordered from a factory overseas or fully custom\/created from scratch?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This blog is going to break that down for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-b6a9d7cd wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T111630.708.jpg\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T111630.708.jpg\" alt=\"Man holding his head while looking at a sticker-covered laptop at a caf\u00e9 table.\" class=\"uag-image-8085\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" title=\"Left Your Promotional Merchandise Order Too Late?\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does branded merch take in Australia?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>It really depends on the production pathway. Express products are produced in 24 to 48 hours after artwork approval, plus delivery. Local ready-to-brand stock is the next fastest, offshore factory-direct orders take longer and fully custom products take the longest.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s the quick version:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Need it fast?<\/strong> Choose from our express range. These products are produced 24 to 48 hours after your artwork is approved and payment is received, plus delivery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choosing local stock?<\/strong> Pre-made products held in Australian warehouses are the fastest standard option, which makes them a good fit for events and fixed deadlines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ordering in volume from overseas?<\/strong> Offshore factory-direct orders take longer because of overseas manufacturing and freight, so they suit campaigns with more planning time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Making something from scratch?<\/strong> Fully custom products have the longest lead time because of product development, sampling, manufacturing and international freight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exact timing depends on your product, quantity, branding method and delivery location. Tell us your deadline and we&#8217;ll confirm what&#8217;s realistic for your brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-794afd62 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T111853.811.jpg\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T111853.811.jpg\" alt=\"Open monthly planner showing January and February on a wooden table beside a cup of coffee.\" class=\"uag-image-8086\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" title=\"How Far Ahead Should You Order Promotional Merchandise?\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Branded merch lead times by production options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lead times depend less on the product itself and more on where and how it&#8217;s made. These are the four options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Production Pathway<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What it is<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Lead time<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Express range<\/td><td>Selected products on expedited production<\/td><td>24 to 48 hours after artwork approval and payment, plus delivery<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Local ready-to-brand<\/td><td>Pre-made products held in Australian warehouses, branded with your logo<\/td><td>The fastest standard option (1-2 weeks)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Offshore factory direct<\/td><td>Existing products made overseas and ordered direct from the factory<\/td><td>Longer, because of offshore manufacturing and freight (around 4-6 weeks)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Offshore full custom<\/td><td>Bespoke products made from scratch to your specifications<\/td><td>The longest, because of development, sampling, manufacturing and international freight (+8 weeks)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Production and delivery are separate steps. Before we confirm what&#8217;s realistic, we factor in your delivery location, freight options and event date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-be1c60dc wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112007.744.jpg\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112007.744.jpg\" alt=\"Person wearing a high-vis vest holding a grey and black branded cooler bag beside an open car door.\" class=\"uag-image-8087\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" title=\"Branded Cooler Bags for Everyday Use\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens between your enquiry and your delivery?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A branded merch order has seven stages and the first four are where most deadlines are won or lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brief and quote.<\/strong> Tell us what you need, how many, by when and where it&#8217;s going. The clearer the brief, the faster we can quote.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Samples (optional).<\/strong> If you&#8217;d like to see and feel the product first, samples are available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Artwork and free proof.<\/strong> We send a free artwork proof before production so you can check logo placement, spelling, colours and sizing. Vector files (.ai or .eps) or a high-quality PDF work best.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Approval and payment.<\/strong> Once you approve the proof, we send your invoice. Production starts once payment is received.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Production.<\/strong> Your products are branded. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quality check.<\/strong> Your products are quality-checked before they go out the door.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dispatch and delivery.<\/strong> We send your order to your delivery address on the agreed date, with delivery updates from your Account Manager keeping you in the loop. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-a6622186 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112105.670.jpg\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112105.670.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of feet wearing lime green and lilac socks with red hearts and black grip dots on the soles.\" class=\"uag-image-8088\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" title=\"Custom Socks Worth Planning Ahead For\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What speeds up or slows down branded merch orders?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A handful of things decide whether your order lands early or late. Most of them are within your control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What speeds things up<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Print-ready artwork.<\/strong> Send your logo as .ai, .eps or a high-quality PDF with your enquiry, and we can see straight away what&#8217;s ready to use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fast approval and payment.<\/strong> Express orders only move into production once your proof is approved and payment is received.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stock that&#8217;s ready to go.<\/strong> We check current stock before recommending products, so you&#8217;re not choosing something that isn&#8217;t available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Simple branding.<\/strong> We&#8217;ll suggest practical decoration that suits your logo, product and deadline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What slows things down<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Complex decoration and unusual colours.<\/strong> Tight deadlines leave less room for them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Custom packaging.<\/strong> It adds steps, so it&#8217;s best planned early.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hard-to-source products.<\/strong> If it isn&#8217;t in stock, the timeline changes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Delivery location.<\/strong> Where your order is going affects freight, so we factor it in from the start.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re ever unsure whether a choice will cost you time, ask your account manager before you approve the proof. It takes a minute and can save a headache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-8d2099eb wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112231.479.jpg\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112231.479.jpg\" alt=\"Hand lifting a black Chandon shoulder bag from a wooden coat rack beside jackets and a scarf.\" class=\"uag-image-8089\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" title=\"Branded Bags People Reach For Every Day\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I work backwards from my event date?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with the day you need your merch in hand, then count back through each stage. <strong>Tell us your deadline first<\/strong>, and we&#8217;ll check stock, production options, branding methods and delivery timeframes against it straight away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Event day.<\/strong> This is your deadline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Delivery.<\/strong> Allow time for freight to your delivery location, plus a buffer for surprises.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Production.<\/strong> Your lead time depends on the pathway your products take. See the table above.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proof approval and payment.<\/strong> Production starts after these, so quick decisions here protect your date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quote and samples.<\/strong> Leave room for quotes, mock-ups, samples and any design changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A longer runway means more product choice, so it pays to start the conversation early. If you&#8217;re not sure where to begin, call us and we&#8217;ll work it out together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-e61d4154 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112411.248.jpg\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112411.248.jpg\" alt=\"Drink can in a teal stubby holder with yellow lemonade branding on a wooden poolside table beside a straw hat and book.\" class=\"uag-image-8090\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" title=\"Custom Stubby Holders for Summer Campaigns\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I get urgent branded merch in Australia?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Often, yes, for selected products.<\/strong> Our express range is usually produced 24 to 48 hours after artwork approval and payment, plus delivery. It includes proven quick-turnaround products like pens, tote bags, drink bottles, notebooks, caps and selected apparel. Here&#8217;s how an urgent order works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Browse the express range.<\/strong> Pick products that suit your event, deadline and budget.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Call or email with your deadline.<\/strong> Tell us it&#8217;s urgent and we&#8217;ll check what&#8217;s realistic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get a fast quote.<\/strong> We&#8217;ll turn it around quickly based on your products, quantity, branding and delivery details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Send your artwork.<\/strong> Use .ai, .eps or a high-quality PDF, with clear branding instructions like logo placement, print colour and sizing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Approve your proof and pay.<\/strong> Express orders move into production once payment is received.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>We produce and dispatch.<\/strong> Your order goes to your delivery address on the agreed date.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To quote an urgent order quickly, send us as much of this as you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The product you&#8217;re interested in and your quantity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your deadline or event date<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your delivery suburb and postcode<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your logo, ideally as .ai or .eps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preferred product colours and your budget, if you have one<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any must-haves, like size, packaging or sustainability needs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t have it all yet? That&#8217;s fine. Tell us what the merch is for, who it&#8217;s going to, when you need it and where it&#8217;s going, and we&#8217;ll recommend options that suit your timeframe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-de331ee7 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112552.388.jpg\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112552.388.jpg\" alt=\"Metal keyring with green Three Pines branding and keys clipped to a backpack in a sunlit woodland setting.\" class=\"uag-image-8091\" width=\"400\" height=\"1000\" title=\"Promotional Keyrings That Go Wherever You Do\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does Promotion Products keep your order on time?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;re a Brisbane-based team that has been helping Australian organisations source, brand and deliver merch since 2004, with more than 40,000 customers across every industry. Timing is what customers tell us they care about most, so here&#8217;s how we look after it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>99.7% on-time delivery<\/strong> across metro and regional Australia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A dedicated account manager<\/strong> who knows your brand and business goals, so you&#8217;re never chasing three different inboxes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>We plan from your deadline.<\/strong> Tell us the date and we&#8217;ll check what&#8217;s realistic before you commit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A free artwork proof before production,<\/strong> with samples available, so you see what you&#8217;re getting before it&#8217;s made.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Our Get It Right Guarantee.<\/strong> If your branding doesn&#8217;t match your approved proof, we&#8217;ll fix it free of charge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Certified quality systems.<\/strong> We&#8217;re ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accredited.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-8debdca0 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112655.264.jpg\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.promotionproducts.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Untitled-design-2026-10-12T112655.264.jpg\" alt=\"Coral pink cooler box with Soda Shop branding and a shoulder strap on a picnic blanket beside drinks, flowers and sunglasses.\" class=\"uag-image-8092\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" title=\"Branded Cooler Boxes for Summer Promotions\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Branded merch turnaround FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does branded merch take in Australia?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It depends on the production pathway. Selected express products are usually produced 24 to 48 hours after artwork approval, plus delivery. Local ready-to-brand stock is the next fastest, offshore factory-direct orders take longer, and fully custom products take the longest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the fastest turnaround for branded merchandise?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our express range is the fastest, with production usually taking 24 to 48 hours after artwork approval and payment, plus delivery. Contact us for accurate timeframes for your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When does express production start?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Express production starts once your artwork is approved and payment is received. The quicker both happen, the quicker your products are in your hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the 24 to 48 hours include delivery?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Express production time is plus delivery. We factor in your delivery location, freight options and event date before confirming what&#8217;s realistic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which products can be rushed?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Proven quick-turnaround products like pens, tote bags, drink bottles, notebooks, caps and selected apparel. Complex decoration, unusual colours, custom packaging and hard-to-source products are harder to rush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does custom merchandise take?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fully custom merchandise has the longest lead time because it involves product development, sampling, manufacturing and international freight. Share your brief and your account manager will confirm timing for your product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What artwork do I need for a rush order?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A vector file (.ai or .eps) or a high-quality PDF is best. Send your logo and we&#8217;ll tell you what&#8217;s ready to use, what needs fixing and what might slow production down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will I see a proof before my order is produced?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. You get a free artwork proof before production, and samples are available. If your branding doesn&#8217;t match your approved proof, our Get It Right Guarantee means we&#8217;ll fix it free of charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&#8217;s the difference between local, offshore factory direct and offshore full custom?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local ready-to-brand products are already in Australian warehouses, so they&#8217;re the fastest. Offshore factory direct means existing products made overseas in higher volumes, which suits bigger campaigns with more planning time. 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