Supply Chain & IT

The first thing we would do is arrange a facilities tour. It’s important to see how the manufacturer operates, to make sure that it has high standards for quality and safety, and to get an idea of how much production capacity they have.

Next, we would check if they have IP protection, certifications, and quality standards. We want to make sure that they’re following best practices in their industry, so if they don’t have these things it might be an indication of something fishy going on.

After that, we’d look at their reputation as a manufacturer—how long have they been around? Do they have any complaints or concerns lodged against them? Does anyone know about them? What about their financial stability: are they taking care of themselves financially? Will they be able to continue producing at a high level for our client? How much do other companies trust them as a supplier?

Finally, we’d compare their price competitiveness with other suppliers so that we can make sure your costs are reasonable.

Then we’d consider the delivery process: how will this manufacturer deliver your products once they’re ready? Will there be any delays or problems along the way?