Direct answer: A gate-based readiness review for localization projects before tooling, packing and production promises.
Commercial gate
Validate realistic volume, model stability, local value objectives, duty treatment and funding. A plant plan cannot rescue a weak volume case.
Technical gate
Define assembly depth, bill-of-material split, local parts, process sequence, tooling, utilities, takt assumptions and end-of-line tests.
Operational gate
Review facility, material flow, workforce, training, quality records, traceability, nonconformance control and engineering change management.
Launch gate
Pilot vehicles should prove process and documentation before volume ramp. Final timing follows the verified gaps, supplier plan and authority pathway.
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