Creative Strategies for Successful electronics manufacturer Outsourcing into ShenZhen China

Outsourcing printed circuit board assembly, mechanicalclient to focus on those capabilities key to client
sub-assembly and complete finished products canprograms success. This process of factory audits plus
contribute significantly to an electronic equipmentextensive due-diligence, while more time-intensive,
company's profitability and return on investment. provides a solid base for recommendations, rather
Potential benefits include lower product cost,than relying on polished presentations and plant tours,
faster product introductions, higher quality and lowerwhich sometimes are not true representations of the
asset investment. Outsource manufacturing strategyservices delivered. we helps identify contract
not well conceived, however, can result in inflatedmanufacturers and key 2nd-tier suppliers (cables,
product cost, delayed product introductions, missedharnesses, metals, plastics, high precision mechanical
deliveries and higher customer returns. Since aparts, valves, motors, etc.) for quotation.
company’s investment in tooling and training is notIt is important that the manufacturing agreement be
readily transferable from one contractor or keyestablished prior to the beginning of work - regardless
sub-tier parts supplier to another, the cost of a poor orof contractor size and assurances. This ensures that
sub-optimal outsource program can easily measure inmutual expectations are clear and good mechanisms
the millions of dollars.are in place for continued improvement. The structure
We can identifies the most suitable suppliers for ourand content of the electronic manufacturing
particular client needs. We have extensive knowledgeagreement will vary considerably depending upon
and contacts with large and smaller specializedindividual client needs. Contract negotiation can be
electronics contract manufacturers in china  Weexpeditious with good preparation, though a
perform exacting requirements analysis of our client'sprogram’s complexity (e.g., multiple contractor sites,
assembly, test and quality control needs to determineproduct design work and other value-add services)
specific equipment and process requirements. We alsomay require that more time be spent on the process.
analyze materials cost savings potential, engineeringDuring manufacturing agreement negotiation, TCBC
support, location preference, short and long-termcan act as a facilitator between the two parties or
business strategy to determine comprehensivework behind the scenes in an advisory capacity. In
contract manufacturer selection criteria.either role, our objective is to help achieve the best
Qualification of contract manufacturers involves expertpricing and service levels at which the electronic
on-site factory audits and due diligence. Factorycontract manufacturer can still make acceptable ROI -
qualification audits surveys are customized for eacha "win-win" business relationship.