China Factory Capacity Check for Buyer Planning
A China factory capacity check helps buyers test whether a supplier can realistically produce the required order volume, timeline and quality level without hidden subcontracting or unrealistic lead-time claims.
Buyer-side evidenceRisk gateDecision support
Capacity claims to test
Capacity is not only the number a salesperson gives. It depends on active lines, material availability, labor, equipment, existing orders and quality controls.
- Monthly output by product type
- Current line loading and peak-season pressure
- Critical machines or bottleneck process
- Subcontracted processes and outside workshops
Evidence used for review
Buyers can combine factory documents, site observations and production records into a practical capacity view.
- Production line photos or visit notes
- Equipment list and maintenance context
- Recent order examples in similar category
- Material lead times and supplier dependencies
Decision output
The output should say whether the claim is plausible, what assumptions remain and which milestones require follow-up.
- Accept capacity claim with conditions
- Split order or reduce first order
- Add inspection or production check
- Reopen supplier shortlist