Input evidence
Mapped before scope
Brief, references, constraints and current files are mapped before scope is recommended.
Pilot readiness
Supplier Sample Approval Checklist
Supplier samples need visible approval criteria. A clear checklist reduces repeated defects and makes pilot-run decisions more defensible.
Visual context
What this checklist should support
A checklist is useful only when it connects to project evidence that a buyer, engineer or supplier can review.
Structure evidence
Supplier-ready handoff
3D structure, assembly logic and exploded views make supplier handoff easier to review.
Prototype evidence
Prototype learning path
Sample route, fit checks and revision notes show what the next prototype should prove.
Production evidence
Pilot risk control
DFM notes, supplier questions and pilot gates reduce late surprises before tooling or launch.
Checklist
What this resource helps clarify
Use the table as a project-preparation checklist before sharing files or requesting a first development path.
| Area | What to prepare | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic check | Finish, color, texture, scratches, parting lines and visible defects. | Protects perceived quality before launch. |
| Fit and function | Ports, buttons, screws, clips, assembly force, tolerance and basic function. | Confirms the sample works as intended. |
| Pilot gate | Defect log, revision list, packing evidence and approval criteria. | Prevents approving ambiguous sample changes. |
Send for review
Turn the checklist into a next-step recommendation
A short product description is enough to start. Sensitive technical, supplier and prototype files can wait until NDA terms are agreed.
Review supplier samples
Send product type, current stage, target market and the context you can safely share now.