OEM/ODM / Development Process

How a custom e-bike project actually runs.

From first enquiry to shipment, the commercial scope, specification and approval gates stay visible throughout the programme.

Brief / Build / Approve / Deliver

Commercial framework

The points agreed before production begins.

MOQ, sample terms, tooling, payment and lead times are confirmed in writing against the selected platform and scope.

Existing-model and full ODM programmes are assessed separately, with the applicable order structure confirmed before quotation.

Any sample, setup and tooling requirements are itemised before a project moves beyond feasibility.

Payment milestones, documentation and the production schedule are agreed alongside the approved specification.

Before production

Programme scenario	Commercial scope	What is confirmed
Existing model with branding	Reference model, finish and required branding	Order structure, sample route and delivery plan
Existing model with component changes	Motor, battery, drivetrain or market configuration	Supplier implications, validation plan and commercial scope
New frame or full ODM programme	New design direction, engineering and tooling requirements	Development stages, ownership terms and production route

Project-specific MOQ, fees, payment terms and timings are issued in the written quotation rather than assumed from a generic product page.

Seven stages

Each stage has a named output and approval point, so responsibilities stay clear on both sides.

01
Enquiry & feasibility
Share your target market, intended volume, target retail price and product type. We review feasibility and the likely programme route before detailed work begins.
Stage 01
02
Specification lock
Agree the complete bill of materials, market settings and branding. The specification is the signed reference for sample and production work.
Stage 02
03
Sample build
Build a sample to the agreed specification, complete internal checks and provide build evidence for your review.
Stage 03
04
Sample approval
You test the sample and confirm approval or changes in writing. Production does not begin until the specification is approved.
Stage 04
05
Certification
Plan destination-market testing and documentation alongside production preparation where the programme requires it.
Stage 05
06
Mass production
Coordinate component procurement, assembly and defined in-line quality checks against the approved programme.
Stage 06
07
Inspection & shipment
Complete pre-shipment inspection, loading records and the export documentation needed for delivery.
Stage 07

Production milestones

First articleCheck the first complete unit against the approved sample and specification.

In-line qualityReview inspection points as production moves through assembly.

Pre-shipmentArrange attendance, agent or third-party inspection before loading.

Loading recordReceive packing and export documentation with the shipment handover.

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