Consumers today have extremely high expectations when it comes to quality. In addition to excellent product performance, consumers expect products with an increasing number of features and functionality. Products that fail to meet consumer expectations frequently fall behind the competition. Just one defect can lead to loss of business and reputation.
Producing High Quality Products
Poor quality products are subject to recall. These recalls cost companies hundreds of thousands of dollars each year. It’s crucial that organizations do all they can to ensure the production of high quality products.
Working with a contract manufacturer can help improve product quality. Contract manufacturers have years of experience creating products for a wide range of industries. They know what works and what doesn’t. When utilized during the design process, an experienced contract manufacturer knows how to adjust design plans to improve quality. They have the people, equipment, and processes in place to ensure the production of high quality products.
Many people worry that investing in a contract manufacturer isn’t worth the cost. While using a contract manufacturer might require an initial investment, this is nothing compared to the costs associated with recalls and defect repairs.
Quality Assurance
In order to ensure the production of high quality products, testing must take place throughout the entire manufacturing process. Testing at every stage of production ensures each component meets strict requirements for quality and reliability.
When choosing a contract manufacturer to work with, it’s important to select one with quality assurance processes in place. These are the processes that occur before, during, and after production to ensure each product conforms to company standards. This is different than quality control which refers to the testing of products for functionality and form. Quality assurance helps catch potential defects before they are able to affect the performance of the finished product. Catching these defects early helps mitigate problems and allows for continuous improvements throughout production.
Means Engineering uses technology and techniques to ensure the production of high quality products time and time again. Please contact us for more information about our contract manufacturing services.
