Not All Electronic Design and Manufacturing Services are the Same

January 22, 2021

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 […]

Turnkey ECM for Successful Medical Device Development

January 18, 2021

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 […]

Expectations of a Robust Electronic Manufacturing Supply Chain Management Process

November 30, 2020

A solid electronic manufacturer will already have a counterfeit electronic component detection and avoidance plan in place. After all, a healthy supply chain is vital to your company’s success, and your ECM knows that. You can’t run the risk of any issues falling between the cracks. Meanwhile, counterfeit electronic components continue to be a big […]

OEMs Talk About Why They Outsource

October 23, 2020

Outsourcing makes a lot of sense in terms of efficiency, reduced costs, and perhaps most importantly, accessing specialized knowledge, abilities, and processes. While those that produce everything in-house like to hang their hat on it, there are a number of reasons why smart companies have opted to share production with specialized outside companies. In this […]

Avoid Common Mistakes When Choosing an ECM Partner

October 21, 2020

The process of choosing an electronic contract manufacturer (ECM) can make or break your project depending on who you hire. The right manufacturing partner can be a dream come true. However, the wrong ECM can result in missed deadlines, faulty products, lots of frustrations, and worse – a tarnished reputation for you. When considering outsourcing, […]

Staying Ahead of Electronic Component Shortages

October 19, 2020

The biggest contributing factor behind the electronic component shortages is simply demand out-weighing supply. If you’ve found yourself stressed about the global electronic component shortage, you are not alone. The situation is becoming even harder to navigate. However, just because there’s a shortage doesn’t mean you can’t get ahead of the game. You need to […]

Is Your Electronic Manufacturing Partner Ready For Your Project?

October 2, 2020

You have a lot of choices when it comes to partnering with an electronic contract manufacturer. So, how do you know the electronic contract manufacturer (ECM) you choose will be ready for the challenge of your project? The best way to avoid partnering with an ECM who isn’t capable of successfully managing and manufacturing your […]

Quality Assurance Matters When Partnering With an Electronic Manufacturer

September 18, 2020

More and more companies are turning to outsourced manufacturing to save money and reduce time to market. But outsourcing to an electronic manufacturer should not equal compromising your commitment to quality. Quality control can be a big indicator of whether or not you have found the right company to trust your manufacturing to. After all, […]

An ECM Should Focus on More Than Assembly

September 11, 2020

Electronics is one of the largest global industries in the world. Its continued growth has many original equipment providers (OEMs) turning to solution providers that offer industry expertise and experience. This allows them to focus on research and development while a contractor takes over manufacturing. Electronic Contract Manufacturers (ECMs) provide a wide range of value-added […]

Benefits of a Domestic Turnkey ECM for Your Rigid-Flex PCB

August 31, 2020

Turnkey manufacturing is the smart choice for printed circuit board development and manufacturing. And partnering with a domestic turnkey ECM for your rigid-flex PCB is a great way to go. Instead of outsourcing various stages of your PCBs to multiple locations – and possibly different countries – turnkey manufacturing is a one-stop-shop. This full-service manufacturing […]