Sample programs need decision gates
The best sample plans define what each team will decide after the run: mechanics, controls, sourcing, or compliance. Without that, the sample never closes the loop.
We structure samples around one acceptance pack so the OEM team does not have to reverse-engineer what was being validated.
- Define the approval question before shipping the sample.
- Attach CAD, datasheet, and FAT expectations to the same sample record.
- Use the sample to decide the next commercial step, not just technical feasibility.
Sample approval sheet
A lightweight sheet used for OEM sample decisions.
| Decision area | Evidence | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical fit | CAD review + photos | Mechanical team |
| Control behavior | Move log + current settings | Controls team |
| Commercial next step | MOQ / timeline note | Program owner |
Sample checklist header
sample_id: OEM-2025-0613
approval_question: can-the-axis-freeze-mechanical-design
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