A professor at MIT, Jonathan Byrnes, is famous for saying that most supply chains are great at catering to the needs of the business 20 years ago.
When the manufacturing process also includes labor-intensive operations, the project can become a minefield to deliver on time. Deloitte’s manufacturing outlook for this year is positive, but accessing talent and economic uncertainty remains a challenge.
When it comes to optimizing your manufacturing operations, outsourcing your thermoformed product assemblies could help mitigate some of the risks you’re facing today. Let’s look at some of the benefits available from outsourcing thermoformed product assemblies and reducing your in-house labor-intensive operations.
Any manufacturing process that depends on labor-intensive operations limits your potential throughput and stifles profitability. If you’re struggling to keep up with demand, attempts to speed up production could also lead to quality issues and increased scrap rates.
Outsourcing is a better strategy than JIT and JIC because:
Turnkey manufacturing solutions from Kenson Plastics will help you mitigate the risks inherent in JIT and JIC.
Kenson Plastics is a one-stop, build-to-print manufacturing shop. Our customers operate in tightly regulated markets such as aerospace and medical device assemblies. From tooling specification, material sourcing, and design optimization to project management, secondary operations, and quality validation, we support our customers every step of the way.
One of the key trends that will define a product’s success over the coming decade is maintaining a sustainable manufacturing operation. This doesn’t just mean accessing the right materials, but also building a resilient production strategy that can survive (or ideally thrive) in an evolving market landscape.
Kenson Plastics can ensure you meet customer demand without sacrificing your profit margins. To read more about our flexible thermoforming practices, download this eBook with detailed information about our capabilities, processes, and services.
To establish a resilient manufacturing operation by outsourcing your thermoformed product assemblies today, reach out to Kenson and let’s talk.