Manufacturing Today Issue - 219 December 2023 | Page 66

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We live and die by our supply chain for many of our products . We make sure that our relationships with our suppliers are open , communicative , and supportive
Probably the biggest hurdle has been the impact on the supply chain , which came out of the pandemic . It just takes longer to make things than it did in the past . Although we are seeing some aspects stabilize now , the cost of goods and materials has gone up significantly , broadly speaking . There are all these tensions in the supply chain , and we ’ re doing our best to ease them and develop resiliency .
“ We live and die by our supply chain for many of our products . We make sure that our relationships with our suppliers are open , communicative , and supportive . We try to understand their pressure points and get ahead of their lead times , as well as give them as much time to deliver as we possibly can , which is really the best that anyone can do .
Unfortunately , it isn ’ t always that easy , so we also must manage client expectations while being a responsive provider ,” he highlights .
Nonetheless , Thomas is optimistic about the company ’ s continued success . The CEO envisions a transformative year ahead with a strategic shift towards nextgeneration products and anticipating and meeting customer needs . In response to evolving demands , he notes that Capewell is introducing innovative systems that will enhance mission success , from reconnaissance to the delivery of logistical supplies for dispersed military units over expansive terrain .
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