In the world of healthcare and mobility solutions, maintaining a consistent and reliable inventory is not just a matter of good business; it’s a commitment to the communities you serve. For our valued partners, ensuring that essential products like wheelchairs are always available to meet customer needs is paramount. Today, we want to provide you with a crucial strategic insight to help you plan your inventory for the beginning of 2026, focusing on a significant and predictable event that impacts global supply chains: the Chinese New Year.
We are writing to you today with a sincere recommendation to consider stocking up on our high-quality wheelchairs in advance. This is not merely a sales pitch but a proactive strategy to ensure you can continue serving your clients without interruption and to fortify your supply chain against this major annual logistical challenge.
Understanding the Production Cycle
As you know, the production and preparation of our premium wheelchairs is a meticulous process, designed to uphold the highest standards of quality and safety. From the moment raw materials are sourced to the final assembly and rigorous quality control, the journey to your warehouse is carefully managed. The standard lead time for these wheelchairs is approximately 60 days. This timeframe ensures that every product meets our stringent standards before it leaves our facility.
The Upcoming Challenge: The 2026 Chinese New Year Shutdown
The 2026 Chinese New Year (CNY) falls on January 29th. While this is a time of celebration, it triggers a massive, nationwide shutdown in China that significantly impacts global logistics. Here’s the typical timeline and its effect on your orders:
Late January: Factories, including ours, will close for the holiday, pausing all production.
Most of February: Even after factories reopen, there is a severe bottleneck. Shipping lines, freight forwarders, and ports are overwhelmed with a massive backlog of shipments. This creates a domino effect, causing delays that can last for weeks.
This means that any orders placed in late December or January will almost certainly face significant delays, likely not arriving until late February or even March. For a critical product like wheelchairs, this gap in availability can be disruptive to your business and, more importantly, to your customers.
The Strategic Advantage: Ordering Now for January Delivery
By placing your order now, you position your shipment to be produced and dispatched well before the CNY shutdown begins. This simple, proactive step guarantees that your inventory will arrive in January, providing you with a seamless supply and peace of mind.
You might have concerns about warehousing costs, cash flow, or demand forecasting. However, the cost of a potential stockout—including lost sales, reputational damage, and customer dissatisfaction—far outweighs the manageable costs of strategic inventory planning.
By acting now, you take control. You secure your production slot, guarantee your supply chain, and can enter the new year with the confidence that your most essential products are on hand.
How We Can Help You Plan
We are here to support your planning process. To help you make an informed decision, consider the following:
Historical Sales Data: Review your Q1 sales from previous years to forecast demand for early 2026.
Market Growth: Factor in any anticipated growth in your market or customer base.
Safety Stock: Calculate an appropriate safety stock buffer to cover any unforeseen spikes in demand.
Once you have a preliminary idea of your needs, our dedicated sales and support teams are ready to assist. We can provide detailed quotes, confirm specific delivery windows, and answer any questions you may have about the process.
Take the Next Step Towards a Secure 2026
We believe that transparency and partnership are the keys to a successful business relationship. By bringing this logistical challenge to your attention now, we aim to empower you to make the best possible decision for your company.
Kindly please let us know your ideas and planned requirements for the new year. Let’s begin the conversation today to ensure a smooth, timely, and efficient delivery of your wheelchair inventory in January 2026.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon and continuing our successful partnership into the new year.
