EMS Manufacturing program management best practices

Whether you work in an electronics OEM or electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider, program management responsibilities in the EMS industry are different from project or program management in other industries. Recovery times to re-align an errant production schedule are often with a greater sense of urgency.

Jump to: Articles on program management

Program managers must also understand the various functional groups in an EMS factory while understanding program management’s role in the sales process. Some responsibilities include cash flow management; understanding and managing inventory value, contractual service agreements including but not limited shipment commits; cancellation clauses and product liabilities plus product returns to name a few. Click here to search listings for contract electronics providers.

Learn more about our contract electronics industry online training and education and the unique way our consulting services and research projects are set up to better serve our clients here.

Jump to: Consulting Services Menu | Vetting Suppliers | Comparing Quotes & Bids | Contracting & Agreements | Cost Reductions & Savings | Programs & Provider Performance | Human Capital & Recruiting | Mergers & Acquisitions | Research & Reports | Expert Witness & Litigation | Client Work Results

Get a list of EMS/CM providers matching your program needs (Its free)

Venture Outsource has the largest, global database of contract electronics capabilities. This free service is for electronic OEM professionals wanting to find contract electronic service providers matching your program requirements. Speak with a Provider Advisor. Advisors will give you detailed information on providers, plus intelligence on these companies, emerging trends and best practices.

Talk to an Advisor