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THE SOFA FURNITURE / BUSINESS RESOURCES
FROM IDEA TO DELIVERY
A Clear and Collaborative Ordering Process
Discover how we work together, what to expect at each stage, and how your furniture project moves from concept to shipment.
01 / GETTING STARTED
Before You Get Started
A few details will help us understand your project and prepare a more accurate quotation.
Product Details
Dimensions, materials, finishes, and features
Order Requirements
Estimated quantities and product variations
Project Information
Destination, target market, and expected timeline
Don't have complete specifications yet? Our team can help clarify your requirements during consultation.
02 / OUR ORDERING PROCESS
How We Work Together
Select a step to explore our responsibilities, your involvement, and the expected outcomes.
STEP 01 / 08
Initial Inquiry
Tell us about your project
Share your ideas, product requirements, drawings, reference images, or request our catalog.
What We Do
- Review your inquiry and assess product requirements.
- Identify missing information and advise on next steps.
What You Need to Do
- Provide product references, dimensions, quantities, and target market.
- Share any relevant material, budget, or delivery requirements.
What You'll Receive
- Initial project review and response.
- Catalog or preliminary product information, where applicable.
Before Moving to the Next Step
Enough information is available to begin design consultation.
STEP 02 / 08
Design Consultation
Turn ideas into quotable specifications
We help refine your ideas and preliminary specifications to support accurate pricing.
What We Do
- Advise on feasible materials, construction options, dimensions, and finishes.
- Clarify specifications and assumptions required for quotation.
What You Need to Do
- Review proposed options and confirm key requirements.
- Provide missing details or reference images.
What You'll Receive
- Preliminary product specifications and quotation basis.
- Outstanding technical questions identified.
Before Moving to the Next Step
Key requirements are sufficiently defined for quotation; detailed design has not started.
STEP 03 / 08
Quotation & Order Confirmation
Agree on the commercial terms
Review our quotation and confirm the order scope and terms.
What We Do
- Prepare pricing, MOQ, estimated lead times, and applicable trade terms.
- Issue agreed quotation and order documentation.
What You Need to Do
- Review pricing, quantities, specifications, and terms.
- Confirm the order and payment requirements.
What You'll Receive
- Formal quotation and agreed order documentation.
- Confirmed commercial terms and scope of supply.
Before Moving to the Next Step
Order terms and deposit requirements are agreed.
STEP 04 / 08
Deposit & Development
Move from concept to detailed development
After receiving the deposit, we begin detailed design, technical development, and sample planning.
What We Do
- Develop technical drawings, construction details, and material specifications.
- Resolve technical details and agree on the sampling approach.
What You Need to Do
- Review technical decisions and requested changes.
- Approve the sampling direction.
What You'll Receive
- Detailed drawings and specifications, as applicable.
- Confirmed sample development plan.
Before Moving to the Next Step
Technical direction and sampling requirements are confirmed.
STEP 05 / 08
Sampling & Approval
Validate the product before production
Review and approve the sample before mass production.
What We Do
- Produce the agreed sample and provide it for review.
- Address agreed sample revisions.
What You Need to Do
- Evaluate dimensions, comfort, materials, workmanship, and finish.
- Provide consolidated feedback and final approval.
What You'll Receive
- Sample for review under the agreed arrangement.
- Approved sample or documented sample specifications.
Before Moving to the Next Step
Sample approval establishes the reference for production.
STEP 06 / 08
Production & Quality Control
Manufacture with quality checks throughout
We manufacture your order with quality checks throughout production.
What We Do
- Organize materials, production, and in-process inspections.
- Check workmanship, dimensions, finishes, and agreed quality requirements.
What You Need to Do
- Respond to required clarifications or approved change requests.
- Coordinate third-party inspection if agreed.
What You'll Receive
- Manufactured goods to approved specifications.
- Production updates and inspection records where agreed.
Before Moving to the Next Step
Production and required inspections are completed.
STEP 07 / 08
Final Payment
Complete the agreed payment obligations
Settle the remaining balance according to the agreed terms.
What We Do
- Confirm the balance and provide relevant payment documents.
- Verify receipt of payment as required by the agreement.
What You Need to Do
- Review the payment request and settle the balance by the agreed deadline.
- Coordinate required financial documentation.
What You'll Receive
- Final payment documentation and confirmation.
- Clearance to proceed with shipment under agreed terms.
Before Moving to the Next Step
Payment requirements for shipment are fulfilled.
STEP 08 / 08
Packaging & Shipping
Prepare your furniture for delivery
Your products are securely packed and shipped as agreed.
What We Do
- Pack, label, and prepare goods according to agreed requirements.
- Coordinate loading, shipment, and export documents within our responsibilities.
What You Need to Do
- Confirm shipping instructions, consignee details, and destination requirements.
- Arrange buyer-side freight/import activities under the agreed Incoterm.
What You'll Receive
- Packed and dispatched goods.
- Applicable shipping and export documents.
Before Moving to the Next Step
Goods are handed over under the agreed delivery terms.
03 / PROJECT MILESTONES
Key Approvals & Deliverables
Understand the key confirmations that keep your project moving forward.
01
Commercial Confirmation
Quotation, order scope, and agreed terms
02
Technical Confirmation
Detailed design and sample development direction
03
Sample Approval
Approved sample as the production reference
04
Production Completion
Completed production and required quality checks
05
Shipment Handover
Goods and applicable shipping documents
Deliverables may vary depending on the agreed scope of each project.
04 / FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Good to Know Before Ordering
Can I request a quotation without detailed drawings?
Yes. You can start with reference images, sketches, or product ideas. We help clarify the preliminary details needed for pricing.
When does detailed product development begin?
Detailed technical development begins after the agreed deposit is received.
Can I review a sample before mass production?
Yes. Sample review and approval are part of the process under the agreed sampling arrangement.
How is quality controlled during production?
Quality control is integrated throughout production, not limited to a final inspection.
Who is responsible for arranging shipping?
Responsibilities depend on the agreed Incoterm and shipping arrangement.
LET'S GET STARTED
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