Regardless of the type of product you are developing, it’s a reality that all components become obsolete over the course of time. This makes having a strong component obsolescence management…Read
The Key Questions to Evaluate Core Competencies
Taking a product from the developmental stage to actual production is a long arduous trip. Your organization has spent years completing the design work, the development, and the testing, so…Read
The Challenge of Finding Skilled Manufacturing Workers
The shortage of skilled manufacturing workers in the United States is a frequent topic of conversation in trade publications, mainstream media, and at industry conferences. According to an article in…Read
The Challenges of New Product Testing
Verification & Validation testing are vital components when launching a new product due to the fact that they are often necessary in order to meet regulatory requirements and stay in…Read
Using Technology to Streamline the Regulatory Compliance Process
In the days before tax preparation software became commonplace, the difficulty of completing an income tax return timely and accurately without the help of a professional was an arduous task.…Read
Reduce Risk with Continuous Vendor Evaluation
In last month’s blog post, we discussed the importance of vetting a vendor before entering into a long-term partnership. Unfortunately, your work does not conclude at the end of the…Read
Would you go on a Blind Date with a Contract Manufacturer?
According to a report, 25% of newlyweds met via a blind date1. As successful as this risky proposition appears to be, it’s not recommended for business deals. In the dating…Read
Tackling the Challenges of New Product Development
On the surface, bringing a new product to market appears to be a simple concept: Identify a need in the marketplace and then create a product to fulfill said need.…Read
New Year, New Cybersecurity Threats
You don’t need data or sophisticated algorithms to prove that cyber-crime is on the rise. If you require evidence simply turn on your TV, pull up your newsfeed or browse…Read
Your Company Has Just Become a Victim of a Cyber-Crime – Now What?
Just prior to the Thanksgiving holiday, the U.S. Navy revealed that the personal data of more than 130,000 sailors was breached via a contractor’s computer. This information included the names…Read
