Making the choice to work with outside engineering design services is a very wise decision for Original Equipment Manufacturers of all sizes. By working with an outside engineering design team, it is possible to tap into specialized knowledge and experience in different industries.
When considering the different possible engineering design services, the OEM needs to carefully consider several factors. By comparing and evaluating what each service brings to the table, the OEM can select the best match for their short and long-term goals as well as complement their in-house services.
Industry Expertise
For a startup company or an OEM moving into a different sector, working with outside engineering design teams allows for immediate access to industry experience. This is critical in industries with regulations and standards such as aerospace, medical device manufacturing, telecommunications and military and defense sectors.
When the external engineering design team is fluent in these details and completely understands the specifications, standards, and protocols the design process can be streamlined for a faster concept to market timing.
Focus on Production Costs
The top engineering design services are not just focused on production to specifications, although that will always be a central factor. They are also able to work with the in-house design team to develop options for the lowest cost of both prototype and full production part and component manufacturing.
Simple factors in the design can result in a lower cost of production and higher durability parts and components. At the same time, these engineering design teams can also point out areas where the proposed design may be problematic to produce to the tolerances and specifications required.
Additionally, the engineering design team can also develop options for highly complex components and systems. Their background, expertise, and experience can be instrumental in designing even the most complicated parts and systems.
