Seeed Fusion One-Stop Manufacturing and Delivery Guide
Seeed Fusion''s one-stop service brings together manufacturing, customization, warehousing, order fulfillment, and sales channel support. It helps hardware teams move from design files and production requirements to product delivery.
The project scope is based on the existing design, product plans, and delivery requirements. This guide explains what each service covers and how the stages connect. The specific work is confirmed for each project.
Service Scope
| Service | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | PCB fabrication, component sourcing, PCBA assembly and testing, and support for production preparation, pilot production, and volume production as required by the project. |
| Customization | Logos, packaging, firmware flashing, and accessory changes based on product and project requirements. |
| Warehousing | Product storage and inventory management, including stock held in regional warehouses as needed. |
| Order fulfillment | Picking, packing, and shipping products to customers, partners, or deployment sites according to orders. |
| Sales channel support | Sales channel and promotional support as agreed for the product. |
Warehousing covers product storage and inventory management. Order fulfillment covers delivering products from inventory according to orders. Sales channel support covers product sales and promotion, with partnership arrangements confirmed separately.
From Manufacturing to Delivery
Requirements and File Review
At the start of a project, the manufacturing team reviews the product requirements and production documents to assess the work involved. Documents may include a bill of materials (BOM), Gerber files, mechanical drawings, and other product files. The documents required depend on the project scope.
For an explanation of these documents and their uses, see the Seeed Fusion Guide to Preparing Manufacturing Documents. PCB and PCBA file formats and submission requirements are covered in the Seeed Fusion PCB & PCBA Service Guide.
Manufacturing and Validation
Manufacturing includes material sourcing, assembly, and the relevant testing. For projects involving new product introduction, pilot production, or volume production, the preparation and validation activities are confirmed according to the design and manufacturing requirements.
For the validation priorities at the sample and pilot production stages, see the Seeed Fusion Guide to Sample Validation and Pilot Production. For functional testing and test fixture requirements, see the Seeed Fusion PCBA Testing Solutions Guide.
Product Customization
Projects that need to meet specific branding or application requirements can include logo customization, packaging customization, firmware flashing, or accessory changes.
For light customization options based on standard Seeed products and the sample approval process, see the Seeed Fusion Light Customization Service Guide.
Warehousing and Regional Inventory
After production, warehousing and inventory management can be arranged according to the delivery plan. Products can also be shipped to the appropriate warehouses to meet regional needs.
Warehousing and fulfillment services can also cover products made by a manufacturer designated by the customer. Receiving and handling arrangements are confirmed for each project.
Order Fulfillment and Shipping
Once products are in inventory, they can be picked, packed, and shipped according to orders. Destinations may include customers, partners, distributors, or deployment sites. Bulk fulfillment can also be arranged for crowdfunding campaigns and similar projects.
Storage, packaging, shipping, and destination requirements are confirmed as part of the project.
Sales Channel and Promotional Support
Fusion''s sales channel support may involve Seeed Marketplace, e-commerce platforms, specialist distributors, and regional partners. Product promotion may also include community activities, events, and content.
Suitable channels and partnership models are assessed for each product and project. Specific product listing, distribution, and promotional arrangements are subject to the partnership agreement.
Costs and Project Quotations
Manufacturing costs cover work such as component sourcing, assembly, testing, and project services. Warehousing and fulfillment costs cover storage, picking, packing, and shipping.
Costs depend on the product, quantities, required processes, storage arrangements, and delivery destinations. The team confirms the service scope and quotation based on the project requirements. Current fee information is available on the relevant service pages.
Service Links and Related Resources
Contact fusion@seeed.io to discuss the manufacturing and delivery requirements for a one-stop project.
| Service page | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Fusion One-Stop Service | An overview of manufacturing, customization, warehousing, fulfillment, and sales channel support. |
| Light Customization | Customization options based on standard Seeed products. |
| Global Warehousing and Fulfillment | Services for warehousing, inventory management, packing, and order delivery. |
| Global Distribution | Product sales channels and distribution partnerships. |
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