Introduction
MEC-SERVICE Co.,Ltd. was established in Thailand in 2006 in recognition of the many problems and pitfalls experienced by overseas manufacturers wishing to source their products in Asia, but who, more often than not, find themselves reliant on local producers’ to furnish the product on time and up to specification without supervision by the client.
Not every client, purchasing products in Asia, can oversee the production process with their own staff on site, whilst our experienced European staff, with many years of experience working in the industry in Asia, are uniquely placed to provide this supervisory role on your behalf.
The Problem
For those companies unfamiliar with Asia there are many obstacles to overcome. None more so that finding the right local manufacturer. So much money and time can be wasted before you will select a local partner you are happy with. Even then, without constant supervision, it can take an inordinate amount of time and expenditure to achieve the product to your satisfaction. To implement products via phone and internet over thousands of miles will prove disastrous. Drawings and documents made up to western standards can appear too difficult to an Asian manufacturer and therefore might be overpriced or simply rejected, resulting in good opportunities being lost.
The right way to implement a product with Asian manufactures is one on one. To assist and educate, demonstrate alternatives and supervise them through the entire process.
The Cost
Identifying the single most common reason why companies experience difficulties sourcing out of Asia requires looking no further than the cost of maintaining an effective training and management team to look after your interests.
Whilst there obvious advantages in doing so, the incurred expenditure for staff, cost of living, associated travel expenses and time are prohibitive. However, the alternative is to rely on local manufacturers to comply with all the contract terms, but this will prove unreliable. Without constant supervision, shoddy workmanship, cost cutting and failure to adhere to expected delivery schedules will occur.
The Solution
With our broad experience in all phases of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing industries in Asia, MEC is uniquely placed to provide a range of services to overseas clients, which will guarantee that you are introduced to the most suitable local supplier.
We will then sit with you during contract negotiations, looking after your interests. Thereafter, we will strictly oversee the manufacturing process in your absence and ensure that your product is delivered on time and to your specifications. During all of this time we will be in constant touch with your home base, providing peace of mind and keeping you fully informed of events.