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Role and Responsibilities:
Agent: The agent is mainly responsible for promoting the shared power bank brand, establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships,
Merchant: Merchants directly operate and manage the specific business of sharing power banks, such as setting up power bank rental points, managing equipment maintenance, and handling user services. Merchants usually sign contracts with power bank brands or agents to acquire a certain number of devices and carry out localized operations.

scope of business:
Agency: The scope of agency business is usually broad, which may involve market promotion in multiple cities or regions, with a focus on brand expansion and agency management.
Merchants: The business scope of merchants is usually concentrated in specific stores or areas, focusing on specific device management and daily operations.

Source of income:
Agency: The income of an agency mainly comes from the commission or share specified in the agency contract, and the income level may be linked to the promotion effect and business volume.
Merchant: The merchant’s income comes from direct rental or service fees, and the level of income depends on the frequency of device usage and management efficiency.

Investment and Risk:
Agency: Agency requires a significant investment of resources in market promotion and partnership building, and faces risks including market competition and brand maintenance.
Merchants: Merchants need to invest funds to purchase equipment, set up rental points, and provide maintenance services, and the main risks they face are equipment management and user service issues.

User demand:

The user’s demand for charging speed will affect the brand’s product selection.

Standard regulations:

Different countries and regions may have different charging technologies and safety standards. Shared power bank brands need to comply with local laws and regulations and choose products that meet local standards.

Charging infrastructure:

In markets with developed charging infrastructure (such as Europe, North America, etc.), users may be more inclined to use fast charging technology to reduce charging time. In markets with relatively insufficient charging infrastructure, standard power banks may be more common.

Brand positioning:

The positioning of shared power banks may also affect product selection. If the brand is positioned as high-end and fast service, it may choose to provide fast charging technology. If positioned as an economical service, standard power banks with lower costs may be chosen.

Cost and economic benefits:

Fast charging technology power banks usually have higher costs, and brands need to evaluate whether they can cover costs and gain profits through higher rental prices or other value-added services while providing faster charging services

ODM:

It is a more secure choice, especially for startups or entrepreneurs with limited funds. Through the agency model, entrepreneurs can quickly enter the market, accumulate experience and capital, without the need to invest a lot of resources and energy in brand building and marketing, as these tasks are usually handled by suppliers. ‌

OEM:

It provides greater development space and challenges. For entrepreneurs with research and development capabilities and market insights, the OEM model may be more attractive. By establishing their own brand, entrepreneurs can better control product quality and service levels, while also having the opportunity to form their own characteristics and advantages in market competition

In terms of strategy selection, entrepreneurs can consider combining agency and OEM models. In the initial stage, one can choose the agency model to accumulate experience and funding, and gradually shift to the OEM model for independent innovation and brand building when conditions are ripe. This flexible strategy can help entrepreneurs better cope with market changes and risk challenges, achieving sustainable development

Self service mode:

Users can directly rent by scanning the QR code or using the automatic charging station, and return it after use

Partner model:

Shared power bank enterprises cooperate with shopping malls, hotels, airports, etc. to provide charging services, increase brand exposure, and provide users with more convenient charging services

Customized service model:

customized shared power bank services for specific scenarios or groups, providing personalized power bank services according to user needs

In the United States, shared power bank services have become a growing market. Users can rent power banks through mobile applications or automatic charging stations, with hourly billing This mode provides convenience for people, especially when traveling, shopping, or working, without worrying about the battery running out

In terms of payment methods, overseas shared power banks support multiple payment methods, including using third-party payment (mainstream third-party payment companies in various countries) APIs through rental apps to complete the payment chain, connecting POS machines to power bank cabinets for card payments, and using NFC payments

Charging speed and power:
Shared fast charging power banks are typically designed for fast charging of mobile devices, with high charging power and speed, capable of charging devices faster.
Magnetic power banks may have lower charging speed and power, and are generally used for daily light replenishment, making them convenient to carry and use.

Charging interface type:
Shared fast charging power banks usually support multiple charging interfaces and are compatible with various mobile devices.
Magnetic power banks usually use magnetic connections and do not support multiple different devices

Convenience:
Shared fast charging power banks can be rented through an app, suitable for users with fast charging needs.
Magnetic power banks are suitable for daily portable use due to their magnetic design.

Cost and availability:
Shared fast charging power bank payment for usage fees.
Magnetic power bank payment requires purchasing multiple interface types separately to adapt to different devices.

Convenience and accessibility:

Shared power bank cabinets are usually set up in public places, such as shopping malls, airports, stations, etc. These places have high pedestrian traffic, making it convenient for users to access the charging services they need.

Fast charging:

Shared fast charging power banks typically have high output power, allowing for faster charging of mobile phones or other devices, saving users waiting time.

Temporary demand solution:

When outdoors or traveling, users may suddenly need to charge, and shared power banks provide an instant solution to avoid inconvenience caused by low battery.

Save power adapter carrying:

Using a shared power bank can avoid carrying multiple power adapters or cables, especially when traveling, which is more convenient.

Environmental protection and resource sharing:

The shared power bank promotes the concept of resource sharing, reduces unnecessary resource waste, and is environmentally friendly.

The advertising function of shared power banks can serve multiple purposes:

Brand promotion: Advertising can help enhance the visibility of the shared power bank brand and attract more users to use its services.

Increasing revenue: Advertising can become another source of revenue for shared power bank operators by selling advertising spaces to advertisers.

Provide information: Advertisements can display information about nearby businesses, restaurants, cafes, etc. to help users find nearby services or businesses.

User experience enhancement: Some advertisements may provide coupons or discount codes to enhance the user’s consumption experience near charging stations.

Community interaction: Through advertising, sharing power banks can promote community activities or social welfare activities, and enhance brand image.

Overall, advertising features can help share power bank services to better interact with users, providing a more comprehensive service and experience.

Power bank positioning function: search for nearby power banks, display their location and distance.

Booking and renting: Users can book or directly rent the power bank, choose the rental duration and payment method.

Unlocking the power bank: Unlock the leased power bank through the app, usually using Bluetooth or QR code for connection and unlocking.

Billing and payment: calculate the fees according to the lease duration and usage, and provide payment options, such as credit card, Alipay or WeChat payment.

Navigation function: Provides navigation to the location of the power bank, helping users find the nearest available power bank.

User evaluation and feedback: Users can evaluate their rented power banks and services, share their experiences and suggestions.

Customer service support: Provide online customer service or help center to solve problems encountered by users during use.

Discounts and promotions: Coupons or promotional activities may be provided to encourage users to use the platform to rent power banks.

These features help users easily find, rent, and use shared power banks, improving their availability and convenience.

The shared power bank company adopts some methods to detect malicious damage behavior from users and ensure the normal operation of devices:

Intelligent monitoring system:

The intelligent monitoring system for shared power banks can monitor the working status, battery level, connection status, etc. of the power bank. If any abnormal situation is found, it will be promptly reported to the police.

Camera monitoring:

Some shared power bank devices will install cameras to monitor the user’s operation, in order to track damage or malicious behavior.

Sensor technology:

Using sensor technology to detect the operating status of the power bank, such as whether it has been hit or other abnormal situations.

Data analysis:

Through data analysis techniques, it is possible to analyze the borrowing and returning records of users and discover abnormal behavior.

If a user maliciously damages a shared power bank, the shared power bank company usually takes measures, such as suspending the user’s right to use, demanding compensation for damage costs, and pursuing legal responsibility.

After sales warranty:

The equipment provides free repair or replacement services within a certain period of time, usually for non-human damage faults.

Quality assurance:

Provide quality assurance for equipment to ensure that it complies with relevant standards and regulations, such as national quality certification.

Customer Support:

Provide a professional customer support team to answer any questions users may encounter during use, and provide technical support and guidance.

Always restock:

Ensure the supply of equipment, replenish and replace power banks at any time, and ensure that users can easily use the equipment.

Safety measures:

The equipment should have safety measures, such as overcharge protection, short circuit protection, etc., to ensure the safety of users during use.

Provide 24-hour online customer service:

Consumers can contact customer service at any time to inquire about or solve problems.

Establish a comprehensive customer profile:

Establish a customer profile to record purchase information, maintenance records, etc., making it convenient for consumers to understand their purchasing situation and service progress.

Strictly abide by national laws and regulations:

Strictly abide by the provisions of relevant national laws and regulations to ensure that the rights and interests of consumers are not violated.