The following is an outline of the standard process (subject to variation depending on the given circumstances).
Steps
1.Supplier application proposal
2.Request for quotation
3.Evaluate quotation
4.Order sample parts
5.Review quality / visit supplier / review production processes
Supplier
Apply via the Contact Form
Prepare all documents relevant to the quotation
Submit all documents relevant to the quotation
Presentation
Prepare sample parts
Submit sample parts
TBK
Evaluate and study details of proposal
Preliminary review
Review the quality, engineering, cost, lead time, financial status, and other factors influencing stability. Request submission of all documents relevant to quotation.
Evaluate quotation
Order sample parts
Review the quality and engineering
Visit supplier
Review production processes