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UK manufacturing is certainly not all bad news - as some would have us believe. Although factory and employment numbers continue to decline, improvements in efficiency mean that output has remained the same. But it’s a robust fact of life that leaner methods and smarter sourcing are a necessity for many companies – and this may include moving higher volume commodity production overseas. The way aheadIt seems likely that UK-based manufacturers will focus increasingly on systems engineering of total solutions, software and added value services rather than individual component design and manufacturework. One third of UK OEMs intend to pursue a strategy of moving certain parts of their production offshore over the next few years and manufacturers are increasingly using hybrid operations to maintain their competitive edge. This may take the form of simple outsourcing, joint venture activity or through subsidiaries and associate companies. Some are already doing so this – but many “first wave” oursourcers are faltering through lack of experience, contacts and sound advice This is where Oxford Strategic can helpWe work closely with our partners Pacific Rim Alliance who have offices and personnel in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Taiwan for on-the-spot information and support. With this backing we undertake business analysis and market research, establish business links with Chinese companies, set up sourcing, manufacture and distribution partnerships and joint ventures including legal and financial services. We then provide shipping, logistics and supply chain support to help establish and integrate your business into your overall global operation. In short we provide a bespoke, one-stop, total business solution that can include :
Contact Nigel.Browning@oxfordstrategic.com for an exploratory discussion |
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