When considering outsourcing your product assembly, there are both opportunities and challenges.
The Good News: You have a plethora of manufacturing options available!
The Bad News: Finding the perfect fit for your product can be quite challenging.
In today’s globalized manufacturing landscape, you have unprecedented opportunities to produce your product at the desired price, quality, and scale. However, the decision to outsource product assembly and manufacturing is complex. Here are some key considerations when choosing a contract manufacturer for outsourcing your product assembly.
Understanding Costs
It’s crucial to understand the true cost of in-house assembly. By identifying all cost factors, you can better compare different manufacturing companies. Don’t just look at direct labor and material costs; consider fixed and variable costs, as well as the opportunity costs of using your own facility. Seek a company that is transparent about their processes, procedures, and costs.
Look Past the Fluff
Many companies will try to sell you their services, but these may not always align with your business model. Ensure their services match your specific needs. Research whether they specialize in the service you require or if they are merely offering it to close the deal. Ask about their processes. A company that offers a genuinely streamlined solution will be eager to show how their system can reduce costs and simplify your operations.
Size Matters
While a large-scale production assembly company might seem like a good fit initially, it may not be ideal for smaller to medium-sized OEM companies. Larger companies often struggle to service smaller accounts effectively. They may have higher production costs, fewer options for managing production, and slower communication due to handling multiple large accounts.
Protect Your Property
Before partnering with a contract manufacturing company, ensure your assets and intellectual property are protected. This can be daunting, but choosing a reputable company that values your assets as much as you do is essential. Secure your facilities with a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before sharing valuable information.
Why Choose Swisher’s Contract Manufacturing Services?
With Swisher’s Contract Manufacturing Services, you can trust that you are working with an honest and transparent company. We understand the challenges of finding a reliable manufacturing service and the nuances of various advantages and disadvantages. Most importantly, we ensure you outsource your production and assembly needs to a reputable and reliable manufacturing company.
Contact us today to start the conversation and discover what Swisher can do for you!