Learn how to select, launch, and manage suppliers—from pilot to production—while addressing early issues and building long-term manufacturing success.
Selecting a supplier is just the start. In this session, we’ll cover the journey from selection to pilot production, production launch, and ongoing production quantity and quality. We'll also address how to deal with issues that arise during early builds and in the field. Learn how to set clear expectations, monitor performance, and build a foundation for long-term success.
Led by mHUB manufacturing Expert-in-Residence Bob Daniel-Wayman (“BDW”), you’ll gain practical guidance on:
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Setting clear expectations with suppliers
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Managing early builds and addressing issues in the field
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Monitoring performance and ensuring quality
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Building supplier relationships that support long-term success
About the Speaker: With more than 30 years of experience in product development and quality leadership, Bob Daniel-Wayman (“BDW”), has led engineering and quality teams across telecommunications, consumer electronics, IoT, and industrial automation. A holder of 23 patents and former VP of Engineering and VP of Quality, BDW brings a practical, senior-level perspective on what it takes to bring a product to market. Who should attend: Startups preparing to manufacture physical products, especially those exploring supplier engagement for the first time.
