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- Security of supply<\/span><\/li>\n
- Lead times<\/span><\/li>\n
- Competitive pricing<\/span><\/li>\n
- Manufacturing capabilities<\/span><\/li>\n
- Finding solutions to technical problems<\/span><\/li>\n
- Data privacy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
We will analyse each point based on our customer feedback and how they value them. Also, we add the ways how we can help with securing each aspect.<\/p>\n
Security of Supply<\/h2>\n
How many setbacks do you encounter with your current suppliers? And how often does the contractor back away from the initial agreement?<\/span><\/p>\n
Security of supply is the central factor for large orders because the company\u2019s plans revolve around promises by the supplier<\/strong>. Breaching the agreement results with halted operations and the whole chain suffers from a failure in a single link.<\/span><\/p>\n
Fractory\u2019s network of partners includes over 30 regional manufacturers which enables us to offer a flexible project management service. This helps to redirect the work to other partners, should any problems arise (e.g. laser cutting equipment is down for maintenance).<\/span><\/p>\n
Supply chain problems were especially evident during the first wave of Covid-19. We saw that actually only a few manufacturers closed their production entirely. Still, partial closure and the application of shifts cut the output power of some companies which brought along delays in the supply chain.<\/span><\/p>\n
We helped many new and existing customers overcome that period by putting their projects to work right on time<\/strong>, using the manufacturing network to its full extent.<\/span><\/p>\n
Lead Times<\/h2>\n
The overall lead times for large projects tend to be quite long. It may seem logical to deduce that a few days variation in production lead times do not really matter.<\/span><\/p>\n
In reality, the last phase entailing production and assembly is often hurried<\/strong> because of earlier setbacks.<\/span><\/p>\n
Having only a few established partners means that your lead times depend solely on the amount of work they currently have on their table. We are always monitoring the situation of our partners and sending out the work accordingly, optimising lead times and manufacturing costs<\/strong> based on the customers\u2019 requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n
Competitive Pricing<\/h2>\n
While lead times are mostly the number one factor when looking to order one-offs in the form of, for example,\u00a0 spare parts, price is something that cannot be overlooked with large orders<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n
To find someone with a fair price-point, you will have to get quotes from several suppliers and really tap into the market to get a good feel about the situation.<\/span><\/p>\n
Fractory has the information regarding our partners\u2019 pricing in the system<\/strong>. It includes the cost according to material and thickness as well as different processes. Data-based decision-making can significantly impact the overall cost of the project.<\/span><\/p>\n
Manufacturing Capabilities<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nThe task is pretty straightforward when looking to manufacture a batch of identical parts. Just get a quote from 3 or 4 suppliers and go with the best one, provided you trust their quality.<\/span><\/p>\n
- Lead times<\/span><\/li>\n