Navigating Supply Chain Challenges with TTM Technologies

In the growing industrial automation landscape, clients increasingly seek innovative and reliable partners to address their supply chain challenges. TTM Technologies (“TTM”) has positioned itself as a key player, focusing on enhancing operational capabilities while ensuring sustainability in sourcing. A notable aspect of TTM's strategy is its seamless transition of projects to its Penang Factory, which serves as a vital hub for non-China sourcing.

Customer Challenges

Recently, a customer producing programmable logic controllers within the industrial automation sector encountered significant hurdles as they navigated complex global supply chains. Among their primary concerns was the need for dependable non-China sources of components influenced by regional sourcing strategies and geopolitical dynamics. Our customer was also keen to maintain competitive pricing without sacrificing quality while also requiring quick turnaround times and mass production capabilities.

To tackle these challenges, the customer was seeking a partner who offered not only high-quality solutions but also the ability to transition projects smoothly across different sites. This demand for flexibility and reliability emphasizes the importance of a coordinated approach among various facilities.

TTM Advantages

TTM Technologies effectively addressed the customer’s challenges through a strategic emphasis on collaboration across its multiple sites. By working closely with the customer and listening to their evolving needs, TTM was well-equipped to facilitate a seamless transition to its Penang Factory.

One advantage of TTM’s service is its early engagement with clients' design teams, bolstered by support from Field Application Engineers (“FAE”). This proactive collaboration allows TTM to address critical processes upfront, ensuring a smooth transfer of projects that maintains quality and performance.

At TTM, our site collaboration improves the flexibility of supply while providing clients with a reliable partner capable of adapting to their shifting needs. By prioritizing communication and understanding customer objectives, TTM has established itself as an innovative leader in industrial automation, laying the groundwork for new initiatives and enduring partnerships across its global operations.