At Resolution Medical, we’re not just manufacturing medical devices; we’re revolutionizing the approach to supply chain and material creativity. Our commitment to excellence is not just a tagline; it’s a philosophy that drives every aspect of our operations. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of supply chain management, highlighting the crucial considerations and shedding light on how Resolution Medical stands out in the competitive landscape for manufacturing and maintaining volume, production, and meeting deadlines and reducing supply chain risk for our customer’s time and time again.
Navigating the Supply Chain Landscape
In the fast-paced world of medical device manufacturing, many companies find comfort in sticking with the same top vendors repeatedly. The status quo often revolves around fixed lead times and a limited set of options. However, at Resolution Medical, we recognize that change is the only constant in life. Pursuing the perfection of change is how we built our systems and strategies along with leveraging our extensive experience in the industry. We explore new and creative ways to supply difficult to find or produce components, even when it comes to sourcing materials that are traditionally associated with specific suppliers.
The Resilience of Resolution: Navigating Manufacturing Challenges
In the ever-changing environment of medical device manufacturing, reliability is non-negotiable. In a scenario where a medical device manufacturer’s supplier faces production issues and runs low on crucial materials, which reverberate through the production line. In such instances, manufacturer’s might be dismissive with an “is what it is” attitude to clients awaiting their manufactured parts. At Resolution Medical, our flexibility in navigating the intricacies of such situations has become a beacon of reliability for our customers. Unlike larger counterparts, we don’t just weather the storms; we prepare for them with our risk-based component planning process. Our commitment to supplier diversity, active vendor development and consistent communication ensures that we always are assessing and when appropriate have contingency plans in place.
Take tubing, for example—a critical component in medical device manufacturing. While some manufacturers might rely on the same supplier due to perceived low risk, we actively seek alternative players in the market, even if that means developing a new supplier to the industry. Our dedicated team proactively researches and works with our industry connections to explore newer companies that offer a strong quality and reliable product. We understand that a diverse supply chain not only mitigates risk but also presents opportunities for innovation.
Investing in Vendor Development
We don’t just stop at identifying alternative suppliers; we take a proactive approach to vendor development. In instances where a gap exists in the supply chain, and a reliable supply is hard to establish, we actively seek out additional companies as risk mitigation. These could be entities new to the medical field or industries but show promise in specific commodities.
Our investment goes beyond transactions. We engage with these partners, providing feedback, testing samples, work through DFM models and contribute to their development. By nurturing these relationships, we create a network of reliable alternatives that can be tapped into when needed. This isn’t just a game-changer; it’s a strategic approach to ensuring a stable and agile supply chain.
Quality Checks and Transparent Processes
When considering a switch from established giants to newer vendors, we understand the importance of quality and reliable data. Transparency is at the core of our processes. We start with DFM assessments and work down into building samples and tested extensively as we perfect the feedback loop between our suppliers and our customers.
Whether it’s validating an existing product with a new source or incorporating new materials for a product in development, we ensure that the transition is seamless. Our fast-paced development cycle is a result of our proactive approach to aligning new materials with product validation, reducing the need for late revisions.
