Manufacturing
Design and Prototyping: Some contract manufacturers (CMs) offer product design and prototyping services to help businesses bring their product concepts to life.
Component Manufacturing: CMs often manufacture specific parts or components of a larger product, based on the client's specifications.
Full Product Manufacturing: In some cases, the contract manufacturer may be responsible for manufacturing the entire product.
Assembly Services: CMs may offer assembly services, where they combine various components to create finished products.
Packaging Services: This involves packaging the final products in a manner that aligns with the client's branding and shipping requirements.
Testing Services: Many CMs conduct quality assurance tests to ensure that the products meet the required specifications and standards.
Certification Services: CMs often help products meet industry-specific certifications and regulatory compliance.
Supply Chain Management: Some contract manufacturers manage aspects of the supply chain, such as sourcing raw materials and managing inventory.
Turnkey Manufacturing: Also known as full-service manufacturing, this involves handling all aspects of production, from design to assembly to shipping.
Logistics and Distribution: This includes managing the storage and shipping of the final products to the desired destinations.
After-Sales Services: These may include repair, maintenance, product updates, or handling product returns and warranty claims.
Custom Manufacturing: This involves creating custom products or components based on the client's specific needs and designs.