Important Attributes When Choosing the Perfect EMS Partner for New Product Introduction
Our recent article entitled “Understanding the Relevant EMS Sourcing Factors & How to Avoid the Unit Pricing Trap” kicked off our discussion into the many important factors to consider when making EMS sourcing decisions, in which we identify the importance of new product introduction (NPI) proficiency within this framework.
In this article, we take a deeper dive into the consequential roll that NPI proficiency plays in the ultimate success of your EMS sourcing decisions.
There are five common factors that OEMs routinely confront when contemplating EMS- and NPI-related outsourcing initiatives:
These are top-tier priorities to resolve when undertaking NPI and EMS sourcing initiatives. But this is just the beginning. There are many considerations worthy of exploring and vetting before you pull the trigger—keep in mind that a hasty decision could prove disappointing, problematic, and costly.
Although it may be tempting to fast-track a new EMS relationship decision based on internal noise level, or your company’s emphasis on, perhaps one (or a few) factors—such as unit price benchmarking, quality and delivery issues, or in-house resource deficits—given the importance and long-term ramifications of such a consequential decision, it is always wise to thoroughly consider the big picture.
OEMs can realize substantial value and upside by streamlining their supply base, and joining forces with a strategic, solutions-focused EMS partner. A partner that delivers a comprehensive, flexible, and collaborative partnership model that spans a wide range of synergistic core competencies and offers extensive vertical integration, while also providing the needed NPI proficiency and global manufacturing presence and scalability to support your current and future needs.
In concept, this model is not new and, in part, forms the foundation on which multi-billion-dollar CMs were built, but only OEMs with very high volumes and huge annual spends have typically had access to such comprehensive EMS models offered by “Tier 1” EMS providers.
Agility Tech has re-envisioned these long-established and largely disqualifying thresholds with its vast range of synergistic EMS competencies, services, and core of highly capable North America (domestic & Mexico) and off-shore manufacturing partners that we offer to our clients, ranging from start-ups to large industry leading OEMs with high-volume requirements, and everything in between.
We offer:
24 Important EMS Partner Attributes
There are certain attributes that a qualified EMS partner needs to have in order to successfully navigate all of the NPI and EMS sourcing requirements common to most OEMs. Yes, it’s a long list, but your ultimate success depends on it, so it is worth a deeper dive. Consider all of the following:
So, which of these 24 attributes are important to you and your company? Which ones are a must-have, will create value, and drive your success? Although some of these attributes are more obvious than others, most companies (regardless of size or industry) find that all 24 are vital to their current and future success.
To put things into perspective, many companies need a solutions-focused EMS partner that is proficient in all 24 attributes, providing a flexible and fully scalable manufacturing model comprised of a locally-based engineering support team, a well-equipped local production capability, along with highly capable low-cost manufacturing expertise in both Mexico and off-shore. As one of the industry’s premier solutions-focused interconnect/EMS service providers, Agility Tech’s business is characterized by a comprehensive, flexible, and highly effective framework that checks all of these boxes. We would be pleased to discuss how best to achieve your particular needs and objectives.
Common Goals
A partnership will thrive only if there are common and attainable goals. Whether your company is a start-up or well-established, small or large, your chosen EMS partner should offer these 24 key attributes, which are vital to your sustainable success.
Perhaps you are reading this because you’re struggling with a supplier that does not possess the deep experience necessary to support your company’s objectives and you need a new partner that can execute on your requirements and vision. Or maybe you have a new NPI project and you are searching for the right EMS partner, or you are considering outsourcing a product or products that you currently manufacture in-house. Choosing a solutions-focused supply partner and trusted advisor that has the needed expertise, ingenuity, synergistic core competencies, complementary vertical integration, world-class automation, and horsepower is the solution.
Increasingly, companies are concerned about their lasting impact on their employees, the community—locally and globally—and the environment. Maybe you are in search of a new supplier that shares your concern for our planet. Agility Tech and our global manufacturing partners are committed to sustainability principles and social responsibility spanning all facets of our collective business.
We Speak from a Perspective Born from Experience
Agility Tech and our global manufacturing partners have a deep understanding of all the ins and outs of successful NPI launch and supplier transitions. The scope is vast:
An Agility Tech Solutions-Focused Partnership
Whatever your needs, Agility Tech has you covered. Our talented and experienced team of industry professionals, and that of our distinguished manufacturing partners, will make your NPI project or supplier transition a total success. Serving numerous industries, we offer highly capable and scalable global manufacturing services. Contact us now to explore the possibilities for your next NPI project.