Sourcing & logistics
NOTE Central Sourcing
Our central sourcing team is based at our headquarters and in several of our factories. We focus on the key areas of strategic sourcing, such as Commodity Management, Risk & Supplier Management and Market Intelligence. We also provide commercial support to our factories and customers.
Each manufacturing unit has its own operational purchasing resources and supplier management expertise. Together, we implement sourcing strategies and resolve material supply challenges that can often arise.
Selected suppliers provide quality
Our supplier partnerships are based on competitive agreements with the largest distributors of electronic components in the world, combined with smaller suppliers, to ensure a high level of service and flexibility. We also have a deep and broad co-operation with selected suppliers for printed circuit boards, mechanics, plastics, cabling etc.
Our supplier base is the basis for offering customers with high demands a stable solution for all materials used in the product. Together with you, we choose the right suppliers and production methods for your needs and your business.
Risk management
Many of our activities and ways of working are related to risk management from different perspectives: from the highest standards for suppliers, through our supplier audits, to a long history of reviewing supplier performance and agreed metrics for mutual development and improvement. Part of our daily activities includes monitoring our suppliers' delivery and quality performance, which allows us to constantly improve our understanding and management of market availability challenges.
NOTE Sourcing's requirements for suppliers
Our sourcing organisation's audit process includes code of conduct requirements according to the 10 principles of the UN Global Compact, as well as ISO 9001 and ISO 14000. Additional certifications may be required depending on the service and material provided by the supplier.
A sustainable supplier base is the future of the EMS industry
NOTE has been working on sustainability for several years, enabling us to define key focus areas related to our suppliers. We communicate these requirements to suppliers and we learn from each other. Our industry will continue to evolve to work in a clear way with sustainability in the supply chain and achieve positive changes for the future.
Our ambition is to be an important part of sustainable development in the EMS industry. Our values reflect how we work and select our suppliers in a responsible way. This provides short and long-term competitiveness for both us and you as a customer.
Market situation reporting to our customers
Our contract manufacturing relies on a good understanding and insight into the market situation and the availability of materials. We gather information and news directly from:
- manufacturers of electronic components
- top distributors
- metrics and regular reconciliations with suppliers
- external market information.
The information is summarised quarterly in a report that is sent to our customers. Based on the report, we discuss together how best to manage deliveries. Let us show you how we do it.
Want to know more about NOTE's sourcing? You are welcome to contact us!
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NOTE's offering covers everything from production engineering services in the early
stage to series production and advanced after-sales services.