SayPro Quality Control Checklist

SayPro Monthly January SCMR-13 SayPro Monthly Printing: Select appropriate paper stock and finish by SayPro Brand Material Office under SayPro Marketing Royalty SCMR

SayPro Paper Stock and Finish Selection Template: Quality Control Checklist

Document Reference: SCMR-13 / January Issue
Department: SayPro Brand Material Office
Reviewed by: SayPro Marketing Royalty SCMR
Issued by: SayPro Monthly Printing Division
Version: 1.0
Effective Date: January 1, 2025

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🔹 1. GENERAL INFORMATION

Item	Description
Project Name	[Insert name of print campaign or material]
Document Type	Flyer / Brochure / Report / Training Manual / Poster / Other
Requestor	[Name of department or individual requesting the print]
Date of Review	[DD/MM/YYYY]
Reviewed by	[Name & Signature]

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🔹 2. PAPER STOCK SELECTION CHECKLIST

Please tick (✔) the appropriate boxes or fill in where applicable.

Checkpoint	Selection Criteria	Check (✔)	Notes
Paper Type	☐ Coated (Gloss/Matt) ☐ Uncoated ☐ Recycled ☐ Textured
Paper Weight (GSM)	☐ 80gsm ☐ 100gsm ☐ 120gsm ☐ 160gsm ☐ 200gsm+
Colour Consistency	☐ Uniform across all sheets ☐ Matches brand guideline
Print Absorption	☐ Ink does not smudge ☐ Sharp text/image output
Thickness Uniformity	☐ Feels consistent in hand ☐ No curling or warping
Grain Direction	☐ Parallel to fold (for folded material)
Environmental Certification	☐ FSC Certified ☐ Recycled Content (___%)
Brand Standard Alignment	☐ Paper stock approved in SayPro Brand Guidelines

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🔹 3. FINISHING OPTIONS REVIEW

Checkpoint	Selection Criteria	Check (✔)	Notes
Lamination	☐ Gloss ☐ Matte ☐ None
Coating	☐ Aqueous Coating ☐ UV Coating ☐ Spot UV ☐ None
Binding (if applicable)	☐ Saddle Stitch ☐ Perfect Bind ☐ Spiral Bind ☐ Stapled
Cutting/Trimming Accuracy	☐ Edges clean and even ☐ Within 2mm tolerance
Folding (if applicable)	☐ No cracking at fold ☐ Precise alignment
Embossing/Debossing	☐ Visible & Tactile ☐ Alignment with artwork
Die-Cut Elements	☐ Accurate shapes ☐ Smooth edges
Quality of Finish	☐ No bubbles, scratches, or damage

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🔹 4. PRINT QUALITY VERIFICATION

Checkpoint	Requirement	Check (✔)	Notes
Colour Accuracy	☐ Matches approved digital proof ☐ CMYK/Spot Colors verified
Image Clarity	☐ No pixelation ☐ High-resolution output
Registration	☐ Proper alignment of color plates ☐ No misregistration visible
Ink Density	☐ Consistent ink coverage ☐ No streaks or smudges
Typography	☐ Fonts render clearly ☐ No substitution or corruption
Brand Integrity	☐ Logos crisp and intact ☐ Branding compliant
Sample Sign-off	☐ Physical proof approved by SayPro Brand Material Office

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🔹 5. FINAL APPROVAL

Role	Name	Signature	Date
SayPro Brand Material Office
SayPro Marketing Royalty SCMR
Quality Control Lead

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📎 Attachments:

• Digital proof file (PDF)
• Printed sample copy
• Paper supplier specification sheet
• Finish process documentation (if special)

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🔁 Version History

Version	Date	Change Summary	Approved by
1.0	01/01/2025	Initial Release	SayPro Marketing Royalty