1. Requirement gate
Use case, market, functions, quantity, target cost, schedule, packaging and evidence needs.
Controlled development process
Portable Fan OEM/ODM Workflow
Separate product discovery from approval. Every stage should produce a written output that can be checked before the project advances.
Five approval gates
2. Model-route gate
Existing model, configured platform or new development; document assumptions and exclusions.
3. Sample gate
Approve sample ID, appearance, function, signed specification, test plan and deviations.
4. Pilot gate
Approve tooling status, golden sample, inspection criteria, packaging files and pilot results.
5. Production gate
Release only after final BOM/specification, quality plan, documents and commercial terms are signed.
Change control
Record changes to components, firmware, battery, label, packaging, process and approved evidence.
Minimum written outputs
| Stage | Output | Owner confirmation |
|---|---|---|
| RFQ | Requirement sheet and open-question list | Buyer and supplier |
| Sample | Sample record, test results, deviations and signed specification | Technical and commercial owners |
| Pilot | Inspection plan, packaging approval and pilot disposition | Quality and project owners |
| Production | Released files, quotation/contract and change-control baseline | Authorized representatives |