Outsourced Solutions

R E Thompson aim to provide their customers the option of a one-stop shop service which means they can spend more time on their core activities, safe in the knowledge that R E Thompson oversee the whole process. Outsourced solutions fall into two categories, simple one step outsourcing such as finishing, and outsourcing that requires more involved project management activities and incorporates multiple processes and services from differing sources. More information about Project Management.

Global Sourcing

Utilising a wide network of global partnerships, R E Thompson are able to leverage the cost efficient supply of high volume parts. All of our overseas partners are vetted as supplying the highest quality products, and upon arrival, all outsourced supplies are put through a quality control process which means you can expect the same quality product that you have come to expect from R E Thompson no matter where it was sourced.

Sub-Contracting

For certain contracts the use of resources outside of R E Thompson will be required, for example, the supply of sheet metal brackets, panels and fascia as well as metal finishing services including powder coating, air dry paint systems (to mil-spec, DEF STAN & BS specification) and anodising. R E Thompson have a well established list of suitable companies for sub-contracting work out. Each supplier is fully vetted and regular visits are made to ensure that the expected level of service is maintained and that work is carried out as agreed. As a leading company that practices a flexible manufacturing strategy we are also happy to use the sub-contractors of your choice.

Price Leadership

We actively look for areas where savings can be made through both process changes and supplier resourcing. Whilst we value supplier loyalty where opportunity arises we will aim to reassess the realised cost of supply, including the cost of low quality and poor delivery, and look to identify potential cost savings. With new technology constantly emerging such as laser machining, advanced materials and sophisticated manufacturing techniques there are many ways to leverage good value which in turn is passed on to our customers.