You need a manufacturing partner in consumer electronics who understands their business culture, speaks the language and is on the ground in China.

  • DIY China - Online Academy

    What Is It?

    Online Virtual Training - flexible & on-demand 24/7
    3-Core Pillars - learn our proven formula for succeeding in China
    Step by Step - actionable guidance along the entire set-up process
    Cultural Do's & Don'ts - pit falls to avoid + processes & systems

  • DIY China - Online Academy

    Who's It For?

    Entrepreneurs & Individuals - seeking flexible, on-demand training
    Start Ups & Small Business - moving from design to production
    Anyone - looking for complete step by step guide to set up in China
    Everyone - who has dealt with China previously and been burnt

  • DIY China - Online Academy

    What Does It Include?

    On-Line Academy - access to our on-line training platform
    On-Demand - 24/7 full flexibility, learn at your convenience
    Step by Step - highly practical actionable tasks each module
    Fully Tailored Coaching - (add-on) for customised client support

    • Do It Yourself - Online Academy

      What Is It?

      Online Virtual Training -
      flexible & on-demand 24/7
      3-Core Pillars -
      learn our proven formula for succeeding in China 
      Step by Step -
      actionable guidance along the entire set-up process 
      Cultural Do's & Don'ts -
      pit falls to avoid + processes & systems
    • Do It Yourself - Online Academy

      Who's It For?

      Entrepreneurs & Individuals -
      seeking flexible, on-demand training
      Start Ups & Small Business -
      moving from design to production
      Anyone -
      looking for complete step by step guide to set up in China
      Everyone -
      who has dealt with China previously and been burnt

    • Do It Yourself - Online Academy

      What Does It Include?

      On-Line Academy -
      access to our on-line training platform
      On-Demand -
      24/7 full flexibility, learn at your convenience
      Step by Step -
      highly practical actionable tasks each module
      Fully Tailored Coaching -
      (add-on) for customised client support

      What Are The Main Benefits?

      What Are The Main Benefits?

      Peace of Mind

      We have condensed our 20+ years experience down into a practical & actionable step by step guide. You don’t need to re-invent the wheel.

      Peace of Mind

      We have condensed our 20+ years experience down into a practical & actionable step by step guide. You don’t need to re-invent the wheel.

      Simple and Clear

      Dealing with China can be seen as complex and confusing when you don’t have the expertise, we simplify and clarify the whole process for you.

      Simple and Clear

      Dealing with China can be seen as complex and confusing when you don’t have the expertise, we simplify and clarify the whole process for you.

      Complete Control

      Remain in the drivers seat as you build those important relationships in China directly. No middle-man to chase, no guessing what’s going on.

      Complete Control

      Remain in the drivers seat as you build those important relationships in China directly. No middle-man to chase, no guessing what’s going on.

      Navigate.
      Through the Path of Least Resistance
      Proven Processes + Streamlined Systems

      Mediate.
      By Bridging the Gap Between Two Cultures
      Concise Communication + Cultural Clarity

      Insulate.
      Through Deliberate Building For Peace of Mind
      Focused on Prevention + Additional Protection

      Navigate.
      Through the Path of Least Resistance
      Proven Processes + Streamlined Systems

      Mediate.
      By Bridging the Gap Between Two Cultures
      Concise Communication + Cultural Clarity

      Insulate.
      Through Deliberate Building For Peace of Mind
      Focused on Prevention + Additional Protection

      Navigate.
      Through the Path of Least Resistance
      Proven Processes + Streamlined Systems

      Mediate.
      By Bridging the Gap Between Two Cultures
      Concise Communication + Cultural Clarity

      Insulate.
      Through Deliberate Building For Peace of Mind
      Focused on Prevention + Additional Protection

      What Does It Cover?

      • Why setting a clear benchmark is so important
      • How to set a clear reference point
      • Getting everyone on the same page
      • What to send and what not to send
      • How to conduct an extensive supplier search in China
      • Which platform to use and how to communicate with Factories
      • Vetting suppliers for size, reliability, and direct manufacturing
      • Communication with China do’s and don’ts
      • How to conduct visits to potential suppliers without being there
      • Evaluating their systems and processes for reliability and consistency
      • Assessing quality control, component handling, and product storage
      • Setting up meaningful relationships from the start
      • How to request a quote for best outcomes
      • Negotiating with factories the right way
      • Legal agreements in place for IP Protection
      • Gauging prices and comparing apples with apples
      • Choosing a final supplier
      • Keeping a plan B in place
      • IP Protection suitable for China
      • Establish legal credibility in the Chinese system
      • Initiate prototype production with chosen suppliers
      • Ensuring prototypes are based on agreed specifications
      • Initial testing to identify and resolve issues
      • Refining prototypes for sample phase
      • Consider tooling for certain products
      • Ensure ownership of molds is protected
      • What could go wrong and can be mitigated in design
      • What could go wrong and can be mitigated with jigs
      • Creation of production-ready samples
      • Refining samples; the back and forth process
      • Refining of designs and tooling
      • How to perform testing to ensure proper fit, function and durability
      • What is a pilot production run and why is it so important
      • Conducting a pilot run remotely by effectively
      • Testing and refining of processes, assembly, packaging, and quality control
      • Identify and address any issues before full-scale production
      • Initiate prototype production with chosen suppliers
      • Ensuring prototypes are based on agreed specifications
      • Initial testing to identify and resolve issues
      • Refining prototypes for sample phase

      DIY China Academy – Membership Options

      DIY China Academy Membership Options

      Which Academy Membership Is Right For You?

      Which Academy Membership
      Is Right For You?

      Head-Start

      Academy Membership
      $ $5997
      AUD
      Payment Options Available
      • Interactive Online Portal Access 6 Months
      • Chinese Contract Templates NNN* Agreement
      • Not Included With Bronze Membership
      • Not Included With Bronze Membership
      • *Non-Disclose Non-Compete Non-Circumvent

      Core

      Academy Membership
      $ $7997
      AUD
      Payment Options Available
      • Interactive Online Portal Access 18 Months
      • Chinese Contract Templates NNN* & PO** Agreements
      • F2F Custom Coaching - Sessions x3
      • Not Included With Silver Membership
      • **Purchase Order Agreement Long Version

      Elite

      Academy Membership
      $ $15997
      AUD
      Payment Options Available
      • Interactive Online Portal Access 36 Months
      • Chinese Contract Templates Complete Suite***
      • F2F Custom Coaching -Sessions x6
      • Boots On The Ground - Factory Visit/Audit On Your Behalf
      • ***NNN, PO (Long & Short) Mold & Tooling Agreements

      Head-Start

      Academy Membership
      $ $5997
      AUD
      Payment Options Available
      • Interactive Online Portal Access 6 Months
      • Chinese Contract Templates NNN* Agreement
      • Not Included With Bronze Membership
      • Not Included With Bronze Membership
      • *Non-Disclose Non-Compete Non-Circumvent

      Core

      Academy Membership
      $ $7997
      AUD
      Payment Options Available
      • Interactive Online Portal 18 Months Access
      • Chinese Contract Templates NNN* & PO** Agreements
      • F2F Custom Coaching - Sessions x3
      • Not Included With Silver Membership
      • **Purchase Order Agreement Long Version

      Elite

      Academy Membership
      $ $15997
      AUD
      Payment Options Available
      • Interactive Online Portal 36 Months Access
      • Chinese Contract Templates Full Suite***
      • F2F Custom Coaching -Sessions x6
      • Boots On The Ground - Factory Visit/Audit On Your Behalf
      • ***NNN, PO (Long & Short) Mold & Tooling Agreements