In the world of electronics manufacturing, nothing is simple. Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) often juggle multiple vendors to get a single product from concept to market. One vendor handles Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), another manages testing, a third oversees quality control and yet another takes care of distribution. This fragmented approach can create more headaches than solutions. It can lead to communication breakdowns, longer lead times and higher overall cost.
But what if there was a better way? By partnering with an Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider that offers integrated solutions, like RiverSide Integrated Solutions (RIS), you consolidate all these processes under one roof. This streamlined approach not only simplifies your operations but boosts efficiency and cuts costs. It’s the smarter choice for today’s competitive market.
The Advantages of Integrated Solutions
At RIS, we provide a comprehensive range of integrated solutions beyond PCBA and electronic product assembly. This approach means we can manage every aspect of the manufacturing process. From sourcing raw materials to delivering the final product to your customers, we do it all!
Here’s how our integrated solutions add value to your operations:
1. Supply Chain Management
Let’s face it—the global supply chain is challenging to navigate at the best of times. And it’s not going to get any easier to navigate anytime soon. That’s where our supply chain management teams step in.
With over 40 years of experience, we’ve built strong relationships with trusted vendors, allowing us to source materials efficiently. By consolidating orders across multiple customers, we secure bulk discounts and pass those savings on to you. Our sourcing team works closely with our production team to ensure the right parts are available at the right time. That way, your projects stay on schedule.
We take care of the heavy lifting, so you don’t have to worry about delays. Managing supplier relationships, negotiating prices, handling logistics and more.
2. Test Services
When it comes to electronic manufacturing, all the effort isn’t worth it unless the product works as described. That’s why we offer comprehensive testing services as part of our integrated solutions. Testing ensures that every product meets stringent industry standards.
From in-circuit to functional testing, we designed our processes to catch potential issues early. We reduce the risk of costly recalls and ensure your product performs as expected.
3. Quality Management
Quality is at the heart of everything we do at RIS. Our comprehensive Quality Management System monitors each production stage to ensure that every product meets the highest standards.
From ISO-certified processes to advanced testing protocols and ESD prevention measures, we leave no room for error. Our approach includes continuous improvement initiatives, root cause analysis and corrective actions that enhance product reliability and performance.
By integrating these rigorous quality controls, we ensure that every product we manufacture not only meets but exceeds industry expectations.
4. Fulfillment and Distribution
Many OEMs outsource fulfillment and distribution to 3PLs separate from their manufacturing processes. At RIS, we manufacture and distribute all in one! This means that once your product is assembled and tested, we can store and ship it. Whether you need your product shipped back to you or you want it sent direct-to-customer, our fulfillment team can handle it all!
With everything happening under our roof, the room for error is reduced considerably, as are the lead times and shipping costs.
5. Reverse Logistics
Finally, RIS provides a seamless process for managing returns, refurbishments and recycling of your assemblies. Our reverse logistics teams are familiar with the products they’re fixing because we build them, too! When you manufacturing and repair with the same company, they can help identify design flaws or improvements that might otherwise go missed. We can provide diagnostic testing, circuit board component troubleshooting, replacement and warranty claims management.
Bundling reverse logistics with RIS helps you meet sustainability goals and enhances customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Why Consolidate with RIS?
At RIS, it’s the “integrated” in RiverSide Integrated Solutions that sets us apart. Our unified approach ensures that every part of the manufacturing process is optimized for efficiency and quality.
With the whole manufacturing process under one roof, we can offer competitive pricing, quicker turnaround times and unparalleled reliability. Let us handle the details so you can get back to what you do best—innovating and growing your business.
Take the Next Step
Contact RIS today if you’re ready to simplify your manufacturing process and save money. Let’s discuss how our integrated solutions can help you achieve your business goals.
Reach out to us and see how we can bring your vision to life—faster and more efficiently than ever before.
About RiverSide Integrated Solutions:
RIS is an advanced contract manufacturer providing robust solutions in circuit board assembly and product assembly. We employ more than 350 people and provide services to OEMs worldwide. We operate two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities within the US.
With all of the choices in contract manufacturers out there, we know it can be challenging to find someone who understands your business model and has your best intentions in mind. RIS has always proven to be a win-win-focused relationship.
As your one-stop shop, we have the capabilities, capacity, quality assurance standards and resources to support all of your manufacturing needs. We understand that supply chain management is complex and very time-consuming, so we urge our customers to utilize us in the fullest capacity.
Our total-package solutions include:
- Dedicated Program Team
- Extensive supply-chain network for efficient parts procurement and kitting
- Subassembly and full box-build
- Warehousing and drop-shipping capabilities
- Reverse logistics
- Flexible order fulfillment
- Scalability to meet your needs
Contact us today at (507) 523-3220 to see how we can help with your manufacturing project, or click contact us for a quote.
