SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT FOR MANUFACTURING

Frequently Asked Questions

• What inventory management options do you offer?

  We handle both ship-on-demand and scheduled shipments. Our tracking system will give a live view of our inventory so you can plan ahead and avoid running short.

• How do you source the components needed for assemblies?

  Our purchasing team collaborates with trusted suppliers to source high-quality components, such as plating, magnets, needles, filter media, O-rings, stainless steel, painting service, and more. Every supplier is reviewed to meet our standards, plus yours, for quality and reliability.

• How do you handle lot tracking and bar coding?

  Our QMS allows for precise lot tracking from production to delivery. This ensures easy identification and inventory management, and facilitates efficient recalls if necessary, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

• What are the benefits of your supply chain and logistics services?

  Our supply chain and logistics services provide comprehensive support, from procurement to delivery. We ensure timely and reliable delivery of components, optimize inventory levels, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency, reducing costs and improving productivity.

• Can you manage the entire supply chain for my project?

  Yes, we offer end-to-end supply chain management services, including sourcing, procurement, inventory management, and logistics. Our goal is to streamline your supply chain and ensure the seamless delivery of high-quality components.

• What is supply chain management?

  Supply chain management coordinates every stage of production—from sourcing materials to delivering finished parts—keeps operations running efficiently, maintains supply chain visibility, and helps control costs while improving quality and customer satisfaction across the entire process.

• Do you offer customized supply chain management services?

  Yes. Aprios tailors each program to your production goals, providing a DFM service, logistics planning, and supplier coordination designed for your industry. We help supply chain managers adjust quickly when plans shift so parts keep moving, deadlines stay realistic, and production doesn’t lose momentum.

• How can Aprios’ supply chain solutions reduce lead times and costs in production?

  Aprios connects supply chain and engineering teams to move parts faster and waste less. We can oversee everything — sourcing, inventory, and logistics from start to finish, keeping production steady, reducing downtime, and giving you fewer vendors to manage while quality stays consistent.