China Manufacturing Decoded

Getting It Right from the Start: Essential Guide to Working with Manufacturers

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Are you gearing up to manufacture a new electronic / hard good product? In this episode, Renaud and Adrian break down exactly what you need to prepare before starting with a manufacturer. These insights could save you time, money, and major headaches.

 

Show Sections

  • 00:00: Welcome and Introduction

  • 01:13: Sourcing Existing Products: Know What You're Buying

  • 03:26: Transferring Production: Matching Capabilities

  • 06:12: Developing a New Product: What to Avoid

  • 10:04: Design First, Then Involve the Factory

  • 13:06: Involving the Manufacturer in Development (Correctly)

  • 16:07: Avoiding Design Integration Pitfalls

  • 20:32: NPI: New Product Introduction Essentials

  • 24:05: Small Factories & Unstructured NPI: A Hidden Risk

  • 27:01: Wrapping Up: Do the Work Now to Save Later

     

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