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Learn how to drastically reduce production costs through Design for Manufacturability (DFM). This designer-focused guide covers practical DFM tips on geometry, materials, tolerances, and supplier collaboration to align creativity with cost efficiency.

Discover the 7 most common sourcing mistakes manufacturing buyers make from unclear RFQs to poor supplier communication and learn how to fix them to reduce lead times, improve supplier collaboration, and drive sustainable cost savings.

Discover 10 proven strategies CNC machining suppliers can implement in 2025 to improve RFQ response rates, streamline workflows, and win more business. Learn how automation, data-driven insights, and communication best practices can transform quoting efficiency.

Unlock supplier potential with LLMs. Learn 4 low-risk AI pilots (PO parsing, anomaly detection) to boost demand forecasting accuracy & master negotiations.

Flawed product designs cause delays and raise costs. This guide identifies common design errors and provides practical fixes to improve submissions and get accurate, timely quotes from suppliers.