Stage 7 · Maintain

Keep the robot dependable

Use repeatable inspections, diagnosis and service records instead of waiting for a failure.

Maintenance system

Area	Examples	Output
Routine	Daily, weekly and monthly checks	Signed inspection record
Diagnosis	State, logs, power, communication, sensors	Isolated fault and evidence
Repair	Drive, battery, sensor, cable or connector	Verified replacement or repair
Spares	Critical modules and consumables	Site-appropriate stock
Updates	Software, firmware, release notes, rollback	Controlled configuration state

Commercial relevance

Maintenance and local support are not an afterthought: they are essential to customer trust and a recurring-service opportunity for qualified partners.

Next: Customize the platform or review business models.