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OEM vs. ODM vs. JDM: Key Manufacturing Models Explained for Scalable Product Development

Bringing a hardware product to life is no small feat, and choosing the right manufacturing model to get you there is one of the most critical decisions. Whether you’re a startup launching your first prototype or an enterprise scaling production globally, how you approach product design and manufacturing directly impacts your speed to market, production […]

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PPAP: Production Part Approval Process Guide for Manufacturing

The Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) is a critical quality control procedure used in the manufacturing sector, especially by automotive and aerospace companies, to ensure that a supplier’s parts meet specified requirements before mass production begins. By providing a structured approach to evaluating new or revised parts, it aims to reduce the risk of defects, […]

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Robotics Industry Snapshot

State of Manufacturing & Supply Chain: Robotics Industry Snapshot The 10th Annual State of Manufacturing & Supply Chain Report reveals what’s top of mind for manufacturing and supply chain leaders in 2025 and beyond. This year, the report also includes specifics about four key industries: MedTech, Clean Energy, Electric Vehicles (EV), and Robotics.  In 2025, […]

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EV Industry Snapshot

State of Manufacturing & Supply Chain: Electric Vehicle Industry Snapshot The 10th Annual State of Manufacturing & Supply Chain Report reveals what’s top of mind for manufacturing and supply chain leaders in 2025 and beyond. This year, the report also includes specifics about four key industries: MedTech, Clean Energy, Electric Vehicles (EV), and Robotics.  In […]

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Understanding the Types of Fit in Engineering: Clearance, Transition, and Interference

In engineering, the term “fit” describes the relationship between two mating parts, such as a shaft and a hole. The way these parts interact—whether they fit snugly together, move freely, or press into one another—is crucial to the performance and functionality of the mechanical system.  The correct fit ensures that parts function optimally, whether they […]

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Developing Effective Manufacturing Strategies: Key Approaches and Best Practices​

Everyone wants manufacturing to be efficient and cost-effective—but those are outcomes, not strategies. A manufacturing strategy is a structured plan that connects production methods to broader business objectives. Strategy is abstract by nature. Even the most action-oriented strategy is still a conceptual framework for how an organization intends to compete, grow, and evolve, shaped by […]

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