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Not All Electronic Design and Manufacturing Services are the Same

Outsourcing electronic design and manufacturing services to an industry partner is a smart decision for many companies. Deciding who to partner with can be a more difficult decision. Not all electronic design and manufacturing services are the same. There are some companies to steer clear of, and some companies who will be excellent long-term partners for your business. Sorting out which is which can be challenging, but there are things you can look for to find the right partner for outsourcing your electronic design and manufacturing services to.

Benefits of Partnering with an EMS Provider

Outsourcing to an EMS provider may be one of the best decisions your company may make. There are many benefits to partnering with an EMS provider. Electronic manufacturing services (EMS) consist of companies that manufacture, test, distribute, and repair electronic components and assemblies for OEMs. Outsourcing is very popular today, and, when looking at all the benefits, it’s easy to see why.

Turnkey ECM for Successful Medical Device Development

Whether you are just breaking into medical device development or you are a long-standing company with an impeccable track record, sometimes you just need some extra hands to get a project off the ground. In these instances, working with a turnkey ECM could be the perfect solution. Turnkey electronic contract manufacturers can handle not only the manufacturing but also the design, engineering, and manufacturing for your cutting-edge medical device. A turnkey ECM can step in from initial concept or anywhere in the medical device development process and get it market-ready. Better yet, it is all done under one roof. Most electronic medical device companies that turn to turnkey solutions enjoy many advantages of the service, including saving valuable time and money.

Choose an ECM with Strong PCB Assembly Quality Control Standards

A top priority when choosing an ECM is quality control. When you choose an ECM with strong PCB assembly quality processes in place, you know you are choosing a partner who will help your company’s overall success.

7 Questions to Ask Printed Circuit Board Manufacturers Before Outsourcing

Outsourcing to the right printed circuit board manufacturer is important for product assembly. Choosing the right company to partner with can be challenging. The wrong partner can delay or even derail your project. When looking for a printed circuit board manufacturing partner, there are questions to ask to determine if the partner you’re considering is the right fit.

Trends in Outsourcing EMS Highlights Shift in Domestic Appeal

Over the last couple of years, an important trend in electronic contract manufacturing has emerged that bodes well for the United States. The movement is called "reshoring”, and it refers to companies here in the United States becoming much more interested in outsourcing EMS to a domestic partner. Looking overseas for manufacturing is no longer as viable as it has been in the recent past. There are a number of reasons for the shift, but the bottom line is that a combination of technological advances in automation, pro-business incentives, and workforce development are bringing home many of the jobs that were outsourced in the past.

Outsourcing Your Box Build Assembly to the Right ECM

Outsourcing box build assemblies is now a fairly common practice among original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). But not all third party producers of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA) are created equally. Finding just the right one for your outsourcing needs can make all the difference in your finished products. When selecting an electronic contract manufacturer (ECM), consider the reasons why you decided to outsource your PCBA project in the first place. Whether it was financial, lack of expertise, desire to integrate cutting-edge technology, or get help with the design, those should be the same reasons that guide you when it's time to pick a partner.

What to Expect from a Partnership in Electronic Manufacturing

Finding the right electronic manufacturing partner isn’t always easy. One of the biggest challenges is not knowing what you can expect from this partnership. What will a good electronic manufacturing partner offer you? What do you need from them? Looking for someone who fits you only for the short-term isn’t the best solution, so knowing what you are looking for in the long run and knowing what partners can provide can set you on the right path to finding someone who will fit your needs for years to come.

Key Factors in Choosing the Right Wire Harness Manufacturing Partner

A wire harness is a critical component in many types of electronic devices and finding the right wire harness manufacturing partner can make a big difference in the success of your project. If a wiring harness fails, the device it is in will either fail or be significantly degraded. Therefore, you must choose the right wire harness manufacturing partner. Finding the right partner for your build can be easier if you know what to look for.

Your Surface Mount Technology Questions Answered

When looking at Surface Mount Technology, or SMT, you may have questions about whether or not it is the right process for the job. If you are not sure which mount is right, looking at all the information about SMT may give you the answers you are looking for. What is Surface Mount Technology? Surface Mount Technology (SMT) helps reduce manufacturing costs and increase efficiency, making it possible to build highly complex electronic circuits in smaller assemblies with automated methods. SMT is an assembly and part packaging technology used to place and solder components to the surface directly.

Handling Parts Obsolescence with a Proactive Partner

Parts obsolescence is a huge issue that can quickly torpedo your printed circuit board assembly. Once a component needed for your build becomes difficult, or even impossible to find, your project can be plagued with problems. Obsolescence opens you up to: · Counterfeit components · Increased production costs · Shortened system life cycles · Costly redesigns Potential problems that can affect printed circuit board assemblies are why you need to be sure to partner with an ECM that tackles parts obsolescence proactively. It's not enough to react. Your ECM should have a solid obsolescence management plan from the start. This means there are obvious obsolescence mitigation strategies your ECM should already be aware of.

Outsourcing to an ECM is a Strategic Move

In today's manufacturing world, outsourcing is often a way of life for many companies. However, it is often viewed as a surrendering of sorts, like the admission that you need outside help to get the job done. In many instances, though, nothing could be further from the truth. For companies on the leading edge of technology and innovation, outsourcing is actually a strategic move that represents an advantage for the businesses that decide to pursue it. Far from admitting a weakness, outsourcing is a reinvestment in the strength of your company, and necessary to enabling growth.