THE OERUS BLOG
The latest news, analysis and insights.
5 Key Takeaways from 2024 China Cycle
We attended the 2024 China Cycle in May and then visited bicycle and e-bike supply chain manufacturers throughout the country, specifically in Tianjin, Shandong, Shanghai, Zhejiang, Xiamen, Guangzhou, and Dongguan. Here are the five takeaways on the current state of things in the Chinese bicycle and e-bike manufacturing sectors.
Battery Safety Standards for E-Bikes, E-Motorcycles, and E-Scooters.
OERUS strongly recommends all clients to begin embracing safety standard certification for any e-mobility products containing batteries. We provide a comprehensive analysis of existing product lines to determine what the best cost-efficient compliance strategy each client should adopt.
Bullwhip is Now in Full Effect
Brace for the supply chain and market stabilization challenges that will severely impact the bicycle and e-bike industry in 2022.
Bike Manufacturing Industry Briefing for May 2022
The Covid-19 situation in Taiwan, Lockdowns in China, and Massive order cancellations - These are the current issues facing the bicycle manufacturing industry. Read about more in our briefing for May 2022.
We Have Moved our Taichung Main Office.
We have just moved our Taichung, Taiwan office to a new space within the city. Our team continues to grow and we are looking forward to the next chapter of our expansion.
5 Things to Expect for the Bike Manufacturing Industry in 2022.
The year of 2021 saw supply chain challenges to the bicycle and electric bike manufacturing industry like never before. Covid-19 caused significant problems for every segment of the value chain, but at the same time, bike production and sales are breaking historical records. Here are 5 things you should you expect to see in the bicycle and e-bike manufacturing industry for 2022
More Cost Increases expected for Bicycle and E-Bike Manufacturing in 2022.
The bicycle manufacturing industry in Taiwan is bracing for significant price increases effective immediately until the second quarter of 2022. Due to worldwide supply chain disruptions affecting raw material costs, followed by increased overhead costs pertaining to labor, utilities, and shipping.
Taiwan at Critical Point - Covid19, Drought, Shipping
Taiwan enters a critical point with Covid-19 local transmission cases rising, severe drought conditions, and limited shipping availability.
Brace for Supply Chain Price Increases in MY22
On top of upcoming price increases across the board, make sure you understand all of the issues currently facing the bicycle manufacturing industry supply chain in preparation for MY22 and MY23.
2021-2022 Bike Production Lead Times at All-Time High
Manufacturing lead times for bike and component are off the charts. Take some time to ensure that your 2021-2022 supply chain remains solid now.