Objectives of our program management process
CMS has created a network of approved tooling vendors in China:
strict criteria have been established; annual audits are conducted; and CMS works with toolmakers to upgrade their capabilities, when required.
CMS manages the entire tooling procurement process for its customers:
Quote , selection, terms, payments, program monitoring and communication, sampling and acceptance.
Not handicapped by differences in standards:
CMS 's program managers (PMs) are toolmakers; they understand North American standards and are experts in communicating those standards to Chinese tooling suppliers.
Excellent communications with our tool shops
Accurate tooling quotes , in both time and cost
On-time / on-cost delivery of tools
Fully functional tools , accurate to customer's specifications
Minimal warranty and revision work
Our process has the following features:
Use of Microsoft Project
Weekly emailed written updates, including issues list and Gantt charts
Consistent tracking of tool build milestones
Clear and frequent communications
Clear documentation | 
