ATI - Advanced Thinking Ingenuity
End-to-End Product Solutions
Our end-to-end R&D process takes your concept through every stage - from patent research to factory-floor production and quality-assured delivery.
See Our R&D Process in Action
A behind-the-scenes look at how we bring products to life.
Step 1
Idea & Concept
Client presents product vision and goals
- Initial consultation and feasibility assessment
- Market opportunity analysis
- Technology landscape review
- Project scope definition
Step 2
PRD / SOW
Product Requirements Document & Statement of Work
- Detailed technical specifications
- Functional & design requirements
- Safety and regulation standards
- Timeline and milestone planning
Step 3
Patent Search
Comprehensive IP research and analysis
- Prior art investigation (USPTO, WIPO)
- Novelty and non-obviousness assessment
- Freedom-to-operate analysis
- IP strategy recommendations
Step 4
Sourcing
Identify and evaluate industry-specific manufacturers
- Deep search for professional manufacturers in the product's industry
- Evaluate production capabilities and specialization
- Assess track record with similar products
- Shortlist qualified manufacturing partners
Step 5
NDA & Legal
Non-Disclosure Agreements with all parties
- Manufacturer confidentiality agreements
- IP protection framework
- Legal compliance verification
Step 6
Vendor Qualification
VQF – Evaluate and qualify manufacturing partners
- Factory capabilities assessment
- Quality management system review
- Production capacity verification
- Certifications and compliance check
Step 7
Factory Audit
On-site factory evaluation and assessment
- Quality management scoring
- Production line inspection
- Incoming material control review
- Warehouse and packaging evaluation
Step 8
R&D & Engineering
Product development and design engineering
- Industrial design
- Mechanical engineering
- Electronic design & engineering
- Production files
Step 9
Prototype
Prototype production and validation
- Prototype production
- Functional testing and iteration
- Design verification and refinement
Step 10
Purchase Order
Manufacturing agreement and production order
- Pricing and payment terms
- Production quantity and schedule
- Quality standards agreement
- Delivery and logistics terms
Step 11
Production
Manufacturing and assembly process
- Pilot run and mass production
- In-line quality control
- Production monitoring
- Issue resolution and optimization
Step 12
Lab Test
Product testing and certification
- Safety and compliance testing
- Performance and durability evaluation
- Regulatory certification (CE, UL, FCC)
- Test report documentation
Step 13
Packing
Final product packaging per client specifications
- Packing design according to client requirements
- Packing details and labeling verification
- Inner and outer carton specifications
- Packing quality control
Step 14
Pre-Shipment Inspection
PSI – Third-party quality verification (SGS)
- AQL sampling inspection
- Workmanship and function testing
- Measurement and data verification
- Packing and labeling check
Step 15
Shipping
Freight quotes and Incoterms-based pricing
- Final shipping quotes from Chinese warehouse to client destination
- EXW (Ex Works) pricing analysis
- FOB (Free on Board) pricing comparison
- CIF (Cost, Insurance & Freight) evaluation
Step 16
Customs Clearance & Last Mile
Import clearance and ground delivery to client
- Customs clearance at final destination port
- Import duties and tax handling
- Ground courier coordination to client warehouse
- Final delivery confirmation and documentation
Step 17
Delivery
Final delivery scheduling and coordination with client
- Delivery scheduling with client
- Delivery tracking and confirmation
- Post-delivery support