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In today’s global marketplace, it is increasingly important for companies to maintain a competitive supply base. However, identifying the most competitive suppliers not only requires considerable time and money, but also results in a diversion of resources from core business competencies. As a result, many companies have turned to indirect procurement, which, when implemented properly, can resolve the shortcomings of existing procurement practices and provide benefits that may otherwise not be realized. We have experience procuring a wide variety of products for some of the nation’s largest companies, and we would like the opportunity to serve as your international buying resource.
Product Development and Prototyping:
- Develop product designs from customer specifications.
- Provide a rapid prototype with CNC milling capabilities.
Identify and Evaluate Manufacturers:
- Analyze customer requirements, including preliminary specifications.
- Solicit and evaluate proposals from suppliers.
- Review manufacturer facilities to evaluate performance capability, including production capacity, efficiency, quality, reliability, and on-time delivery.
Ensure Compliance With Manufacturing Standards:
- Investigate manufacturers to ensure compliance with international standards and government regulations.
- Perform periodic audits to ensure operations are conducted within the terms outlined by your company.
Manage Orders and Ensure PO Compliance:
- Implement purchasing contracts.
- Track purchase order progression and production schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
Quality Control in Manufacturing Process and Finished Goods:
- Utilize our network of reliable and experienced inspectors to ensure product quality prior to factory departure.
- Pre-Production Inspection
Inspect raw materials and components before production begins to eliminate defects and to verify the accuracy of materials ordered.
- Mid-Production Inspection
Ideal for shipments of large quantities or strict time requirements. Examine goods that have been completed during the early production process to identify and eliminate defects and to ensure uniform product quality.
- Final Random Inspection
Perform random inspections after product completion to ensure product quality and correct packing before departing the factory. Inspectors can verify compliance with critical passing criteria specified by you, including, but not limited to, correct size, color, quantity, workmanship, and packing.
Warehousing, Consolidation, and Shipping Arrangements:
- Consolidate finished goods from multiple manufacturers or vendors to minimize inventory spend and freight costs.
- Coordinate international transportation, customs clearance, and domestic delivery.