A small change to a custom stone piece can leave several documents out of step. A revised width might appear in an email while the quote still refers to an earlier drawing. Keep the change, the affected references and the supplier's response together so everyone is discussing the same version.
Identify the starting point
Before marking a change, record the product or piece name, drawing number, revision and date. State the current project stage as confirmed by the supplier. A drawing under discussion is different from a version already released for fabrication.
If you are unsure which version is current, resolve that first. Do not infer approval from a file name such as “final” or from the fact that a drawing was forwarded to several people.
Describe the change in one place
Use a marked drawing or a short revision note that says what is changing and what it changes from. Keep the unit of measurement explicit. For example, describe a requested adjustment to a named overall dimension rather than saying “make it a little narrower.”
| Revision note | Information to include |
|---|---|
| Reference | Piece name and the drawing revision being discussed. |
| Requested change | The affected dimension, finish or detail, with an unambiguous description. |
| Related items | Other drawings, fixtures, cabinetry or site dimensions that may be affected. |
| Response needed | Supplier confirmation of feasibility and any scope or timing implications. |
| Current status | Requested, being reviewed, revised or confirmed, with a date. |
Ask what else the change affects
For a table, ask whether an altered top size affects the support arrangement or other product details. For a basin or bath, ask the project team which adjacent dimensions or fixture references need another review. These questions identify dependencies; they do not establish that the proposed change is technically suitable.
Ask the supplier to confirm whether the change is still possible at the current stage and whether the proposal, timing or other arrangements need revision. Do not assume that a request has been accepted until the response is clear.
Close the loop with the revised reference
When a revised drawing is issued, compare it with the requested changes. Check that the revision identifier and date are visible, and that related documents refer to the intended version. Keep earlier copies as records while clearly identifying which version the team should use.
For an OIXDESIGN enquiry, the custom solutions page outlines the starting point for tailored work. Send the current reference and a concise change list through Request a Quote. This checklist organizes the discussion; availability and the effects of a change must be confirmed for the actual project.
