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What Do ODM, OEM, and Contract Manufacturing Mean?

In short, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturing) is when a factory makes a product based on your design. ODM (Original Design Manufacturing) is when a factory has already designed a product, and you purchase it with minimal changes, such as adding your logo. Contract Manufacturing is when you design