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MANUFACTURING WORKFLOW

From Product Brief to Production

A practical development workflow for deodorant and body odor care projects. Timelines depend on formula, packaging, testing and approval requirements.

  1. 01

    Scope the brief

    Confirm target market, intended use, format, claims and commercial requirements.

    Output: agreed product brief
  2. 02

    Review feasibility

    Assess ingredient choices, delivery format, pack availability and testing needs.

    Output: feasibility and sample plan
  3. 03

    Develop samples

    Evaluate appearance, fragrance, application feel and dispensing.

    Output: reviewed sample feedback
  4. 04

    Validate the system

    Review finished formula stability, preservation, packaging and relevant performance evidence.

    Output: validation results and actions
  5. 05

    Approve specifications

    Sign off artwork, instructions, formula, pack specifications and quality criteria.

    Output: approved specifications
  6. 06

    Release & delivery

    Agree on batch release documentation, shipping conditions and traceability.

    Output: release and shipment records

QUALITY CHECKPOINTS

Before, during and after the batch.

Before production

Confirm approved formula, materials, packaging, artwork and acceptance criteria.

During production

Agree on in-process controls, filling and pack checks, records and traceability.

Before release

Review finished goods, relevant test results, labeling and release documentation.

PACKING & DELIVERY

Treat shipping as part of the plan.

01

Packing requirements

Define carton configuration, identifiers and handling conditions.

02

Document handoff

Agree on applicable batch, shipment and destination-market documents.

03

Repeat-order review

Retain approved specifications and record any material or formula changes.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Define the production requirements early.

Share the market, format, packaging and quantity you have in mind.

Send a project brief ↗