Supply Chain Management

Supply chain management encompasses several stages right from safe storage of a manufactured PCB or assembly to packaging, shipping, invoicing, and so on. Also, it covers stages both before and after manufacturing, such as part procurement and BoM before manufacturing and invoicing and transport and aftersales post manufacturing. We cater to each of these aspects. Here are the supply chain aspects we cover.

• Consigned and Turn-Key PCB Assembly: We offer both consigned and turnkey PCB assembly services. In consigned services, you can supply us some components and parts, and we can procure the rest for you. On the other hand, turnkey solutions comprise end-to-end services. Once the client requirements are clear, we implement the most effective supply chain processes, especially in consignment PCB assembly.
• Inventory Management: This is an integral part of supply chain management. Safe and orderly storage of the most needed parts followed by the less needed ones is important in any warehousing and storage unit. Proper inventory management saves time and costs incurring from due to delays as well as part damages. Additionally, some components mounted on PCBs as well as wires are extremely delicate and need to be stored and handled carefully. While we do have a good inventory of various commonly required PCB materials and components, we follow stringent procedures in terms of inventory protocols which safeguards them from damages and helps find them on time when required.
• Sourcing Rare and Custom Components: Our excellent vendor network helps us achieve exclusive and rare parts and components within a stipulated timeframe. Most of our clients seek custom PCB assembly, and our experience in the same as well as quick component procurement helps us achieve accurate results for all our custom PCB assemblies.
• Part Substitution Suggestions: We suggest part substitution in mainly two scenarios- first is when the mentioned part is out of stock and there is a substitute part which exactly matches its configuration. Second, when our team finds another part more appropriate than the one mentioned in BoM. When doing this, all the factors, such as part configuration, fitment, cost, market estimation, and so on, are taken into consideration. This also may be suggested in case the exact substitute part is already available in our inventory and need not be procured. In case, the part is not available, the supplier may recommend an alternate one. So, the part suggestion may be driven by the PCB manufacturer or part supplier. Here, the client may choose to buy or reject the part. This is, however, finalized only if and after the client approves the recommended part.
• Checking of Incoming and Outbound Parts: We are very particular about quality and hence perform stringent checks of all the inbound parts before they are stocked in our inventory. Also, as a procedure, it is important to check the source, manufacturer, part number, description and other specifications of that part or component. We ensure the parts are present as per BoM and they are functioning as required. The same process is followed for outbound parts, boards, or assemblies, and we ensure they are not shipped before the required quality checks are performed.
• Bill of Materials (BOM): This is an essential component in manufacturing as well as supply chain. BoM gives clarity on specific parts along with the part number, manufacturer name, quantity, pricing, and so on. Also, based on this, we can gather correct requirements for the client and offer them an estimated pricing in 48-72 hours.