Does Lenovo Group provideExport agentrights services?

According to publicly available information, Lenovo, as the multinational leader in global PC market share (IDC 2024Q4 data), conducts its export business primarily throughSelf - managed exportandauthorized agencytwo models.Export agentRights specifically refer to the special qualifications granted by Lenovo Group to third-party service providers to act as agents for its product exports. The current (2025) list of authorized agents can be found on Lenovos global supply chain website.

What qualifications are required for foreign trade enterprises to obtain agency rights?

To apply for Lenovos export agency rights, the following basic conditions must be met:

• Enterprise qualifications
  • Registered capital of no less than RMB 5 million
  • Hold the AEO advanced certification of the customs
  • Possession of import and export rights for electromechanical products
• Business Capabilities
  • Annual export volume exceeding USD 30 million
  • Possesses logistics network coverage in target markets
  • Certified with ISO 28000 Supply Chain Security Management System

How long does the agency rights application process take?

Standard application cycle takes 6-8 months, consisting of three phases:

• Preliminary qualification (1 month): Submit basic company documents and business proposal
• On-site audit (2 months): Covers 12 indicators including supply chain capability and capital turnover rate
• System integration (3-5 months): Complete ERP system integration and trial operation

What are the specific business models for agency rights cooperation?

Current main cooperation models include:

• Full-chain agency: Covers order processing,customs clearanceinspection declaration, international transportation
• Regional exclusive agency: Exclusive distribution rights for specific countries/regions
• Project-based cooperation: Specialized agency for government/corporate procurement projects

What potential risks should be noted in agency rights cooperation?

According to 2024 General Administration of Customs case notifications, special attention should be paid to:

• Intellectual Property Risk: Strict prohibition of unauthorized modification of product configurations or trademarks
• Risk of compliance: Strict compliance required with U.S. EAR regulations and EU anti-dumping/countervailing policies
• Market risks: Emerging markets have special requirements such as foreign exchange controls

A Yangtze River Delta foreign trade enterprise successfully obtained Southeast Asia regional agency rights in 2024. Key success factors included: establishing localized after-sales network, achieving 48-hour customs clearance efficiency, maintaining 98% order fulfillment rate. Prospective enterprises are advised to focus on improving digital customs declaration capabilities and supply chain response speed.