In this summary we outline a set of resources to help you get started with leveraging a build-to-print partner. This includes choosing a build-to-print partner, key questions to ask, how to navigate challenges and tips for improving your build-to-print process in the future.

Leveraging a build-to-print provider can be incredibly advantageous to organizations that need to replicate test systems when they lack either internal capability or when they are constrained due to other priorities. Here we describe critical elements and capabilities that you should consider as you research a build-to-print partner in order to ensure the best fit for your company, expectations, timeline and budget.

• “5 Essential Capabilities Of A Test System Build-To-Print Partner”
• “Partner With Ball Systems For Your Build-To-Print Projects”
• “Ball Systems Named National Instruments VAR+”

Key Considerations and Questions

After you choose a partner to work with, it is important that your team has fully considered some essential factors necessary for the success of your project. Below, we cover design and production standards, communication, transparency, capacity, and schedule.

• “Are You Asking Your Test Integration Partner This Question?”
• “Should You Make Or Buy Your PCBA Functional Test System? Here Are 4 Essential Things To Consider”
• “Ramping To A Large Quantity of PCBA Functional Testers”

Navigating Unique Build-to-Print Challenges

While a build-to-print provider should be adept at managing their own standardized and repeatable processes, some build-to-print projects also bring some unique challenges to be managed. In particular, here we will discuss two fairly common challenges that can strain even a mature provider.

• “Large Production Runs (Or When Demand Outweighs Resources)”
• “International Shipping Challenges”

Leveraging Continuous Improvement, Automation, and Quality Systems

Consistency and automation of processes are key to ensuring predictable delivery and repeatability of delivered systems. Learn how to leverage the benefits of quality management systems (QMS), automated project management and tracking tools such as ERP systems, and ongoing focus on continuous improvement methodologies to improve quality, predictability, and cost on your build-to-print projects.

• “Our 2 Most Important Continuous Improvements”
• “How To Leverage An ERP System To Improve Build-To-Print Projects”
• “How To Use A QMS To Improve Test System Development”

Contact us today to learn how Ball Systems can assist you in your build-to-print project or initiative.