Lasting Words Limited is a highly qualified and specialist company supporting the footwear and accessory industry

Lasting Words Limited is a highly qualified and specialist company supporting the footwear and accessory industry whether it be a manufacturer , agency, test house or high street retailer. We cater for all technical requirements in this supremely demanding and complicated field of manufacture.

With over 25 years experience in manufacturing and retail coupled with a very diverse field of product knowledge, we offer a pro-active service where we don’t just find your problems we present recognised industry answers and/or practical solutions.

We give clear and informative technical support in a wide range of product areas, including: Footwear, Bags, Leather Goods, Luggage and small accessories. Our service is tailored towards your product needs whether it is one product or a complete range, no job is too small.


Lasting Words Limited is a highly qualified and specialist company supporting the footwear and accessory industry whether it be a manufacturer , agency, test house or high street retailer. We cater for all technical requirements in this supremely demanding and complicated field of manufacture. With over 25 years experience in manufacturing and retail coupled with a very diverse field of product knowledge, we offer a pro-active service where we don’t just find your problems we present recognised industry answers and/or practical solutions. We give clear and informative technical support in a wide range of product areas, including: Footwear, Bags, Leather Goods, Luggage and small accessories. Our service is tailored towards your product needs whether it is one product or a complete range, no job is too small.
Where we can help your business...
Product Design Evaluation	From initial concept design drawing that can be evaluated for fit, performance, manufacturing capabilities, safety, due diligence, price, quality and practicality. Thereby getting the issues resolved long before expensive samples are produced.
Technical & Risk Evaluation of New Ranges	Whole ranges can be assessed and technically developed to ensure that the product is fit for purpose, cost effective, safe and practical whilst competitively and correctly priced.
Product Specifications	Whether you require a style file or a‘due diligence technical pack', product specifications can be developed to ensure that all parties involved in the manufacture of your product know and understand your material and technical requirements.
Product Testing Requirements	A comprehensive list of recommended testing requirements for product to ensure that they will perform in wear, are safe and, most importantly, are of the right quality standard for the UK marketplace.
Technical Pre-Production	Pre-production meetings are organised with your manufacturer to ensure that the product specification and manufacturing issues are resolved well before your production commences.
Manufacturing and Quality Control Processing	Factories may be visited during or before your production commences to ensure that your product is being manufactured to your required and agreed standards. Quality control processes are implemented in the factory before production commences.
Pre-Shipment AQL inspections	Manufactured stock can be AQL inspected before shipment at source or in your own warehouse. Alternatively inspections can be tailored to your company requirements.
Technical, Environmental and Social Auditing	All aspects of manufacturing whether it is technical, social or environmental brings their own problems. Why not let us audit your production facilities to ensure that your product is being manufactured to your exact standards. Alternatively, If you require our own comprehensive factory assessment or require one to be developed then this can be undertaken.
Personnel Training	Informative technical training that can be created and implemented for all levels of personnel. Whether for buyers, factory operatives or quality controllers, we work with your staff to ensure that they perform at optimum levels. Our training process is both informative and practical.

The Next Step	Call now for an informal, no obligation discussion and let us convince you that we can add value to your current manufacturing, sourcing and/or design processes. Please call 01604 721644 in the UK or +441604 721644 from outside the UK Outside of office hours we have a Mobile number for emergencies: 07938 055793 in the UK and +447938 055793 from outside the UK You can email us at: lastingwords@btconnect.com - 24 hours a day
Let us show you how we can save you money and improve your existing business proposition.

Lasting Words Limited 479 Wellingborough Road Abington Northampton NN3 3HN United Kingdom t. +44 (0)1604 721644 m. +44 (0)7938 055793 e. lastingwords@btconnect.com w. www.lastingwords.net Director S C Wood Co Reg # 6198559