FDI vs. contract manufacturing
The following table highlights some of the differences between FDI and a conventional contract manufacturer.
| FDI | Contract manufacturer |
|---|---|
| Contact just one person | Contact multiple people and firms to complete production |
| Thoroughly understands product: we designed it | Sees your product for first time |
| Inside track with semiconductor vendors and distributors | Inside track with semiconductor vendors and distributors |
| Selects the right production facility for the product, based on volume and complexity | Fits your product into its facility, regardless of volume and complexity |
| Engineering is tightly coupled to purchasing and manufacturing | Purchasing and manufacturing are tightly coupled |
| Living through any manufacturing issues equips our team for your next generation design. | |
| Directly manages all test support. | Reports an issue to your engineering team |