Full Service Assembly
Procurement models for printed circuit board manufacturing can delegate the entire responsibility for component sourcing, board fabrication and assembly to a single partner. This complete manufacturing service is known as turnkey assembly, which simplifies the supply chain by consolidated billing under one vendor. It contrasts with consignment models where the customer must purchase and deliver all components to the assembly house.
Supply Efficiency
By utilizing their established distribution channels, turnkey assembly providers can often purchase components at lower rates than individual buyers. They handle all parts tracking, moisture sensitivity storage and incoming inspection, reducing the risk of assembly delays caused by missing or damaged components on the production line. This centralized management also means that if a component is found to be counterfeit or defective during testing, the assembly house must manage the return and replacement process directly with the supplier without involving the buyer.
Financial Liability
The primary drawback of this model is the markup applied by the assembler to cover the administrative costs of managing the supply chain. However, because the single partner assumes full responsibility for any defects or material shortages, the buyer is protected from the costs of component wastage and assembly errors.
