OEM Reshoring Guide: Bringing Manufacturing Back to the USA
October 20, 2025 | By: Hans Dittmar
For decades, outsourcing production overseas seemed like the obvious choice for many OEMs because of benefits like lower labor costs and established manufacturing infrastructure. But the COVID-19 pandemic, tariffs, geopolitical conflicts, and rising...
5 Really Big Reasons for the Recent Interest in Reshoring to the United States
March 26, 2025 | By: Hans Dittmar
The Essential Need for ESD Safety When Handling Electronic Assemblies
March 20, 2025 | By: Hans Dittmar
Why ESD Safety Matters—and How GMI Leads the Way In today’s manufacturing environment, protecting sensitive electronic components from electrostatic discharge (ESD) isn’t optional—it’s essential. Neglecting ESD safety can lead to immediate failures,...
Case Study: Data Input Keyboard for Critical-Use Medical Device
February 3, 2025 | By: Hans Dittmar
In the highly regulated and precision-driven world of medical device manufacturing, every detail matters in critical-use applications. Any missteps or malfunctions have consequences, ranging from opening the door to competitors’ solutions to dire...
The Importance of Supporting Long Life Computer Solutions for OEMs
October 24, 2024 | By: Hans Dittmar
In today’s rapidly evolving technology landscape, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) are tasked with developing a diverse range of products, each with unique complexities. For OEMs that produce electromechanical computers, whether it’s a...
The Advantages of Involving Your Outsourced Assembly & Manufacturing Partners Early in Product Design
October 21, 2024 | By: Hans Dittmar
When it comes to successfully bringing a product to market, timing and collaboration are everything. For Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), getting your manufacturing partner involved early in the design process can be the difference between...
How to Measure and Reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) with Make vs. Buy
September 27, 2024 | By: Hans Dittmar
Accurately measuring and reducing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) is crucial for manufacturers. This guide explains how to identify and minimize these costs through strategic outsourcing. Partnering with experts like GMI Solutions can help OEMs...
Elevating Standards with High-Voltage Manufacturing Capabilities at GMI Solutions
September 19, 2024 | By: Hans Dittmar
In the demanding landscape of modern manufacturing, where precision and safety are paramount, GMI Solutions is leading the charge with its state-of-the-art high-voltage testing capabilities. As industries worldwide increasingly rely on...
Build Transfers: 12 Things Contract Manufacturers Need from OEMs
November 17, 2023 | By: Hans Dittmar
Navigating the Shift to Contract Manufacturing: A Strategic Guide for OEMs In an increasingly competitive global marketplace, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) are constantly seeking ways to balance cost and quality. A growing trend among...
The Future Impact of AI in Manufacturing
October 25, 2023 | By: Hans Dittmar
Manufacturing is at the cusp of a transformative era. As the integration of AI continues, its implications will permeate deeper into the production realm, leading to profound changes in how we conceptualize, produce, and distribute goods.
The Global Chip War: Implications for Manufacturing in the Future
July 31, 2023 | By: Hans Dittmar
July 31, 2023 The technology war between China and the United States continues, with recent developments signaling an escalation in trade tensions between the two economic giants. China's decision to impose export restrictions on critical raw...