In order to navigate tariffs, or any supply chain disruption for that matter, you need to have a deep understanding of where and how your products are made, and how to act quickly if a supplier pivot is needed. This is where Specification Management comes in, opening up opportunities to make well-informed, data-driven decisions.
"We've also developed a supplier proximity tool that maps all our suppliers' locations across North America. When evaluating a new piece of business, we can input the shipping destination and instantly identify the best-suited suppliers from our panel. This helps us optimize supplier selection while minimizing transportation costs and considering the total cost of ownership."
When everyone has access to specifications, amazing things happen – faster product development, improved quality, and less waste.