Table 1.
Description of three generic SMEs that reflect the SMEs considered by the case studies.
| Contract Manufacturer | Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | Medium | ||
| # of Employees | 25 total (25 on shop floor) | 150 total (100 on shop floor) | 100 (75 on shop floor) |
| Sales Revenue | $5 million | $20 million | $50 million |
| Industry Sectors | Automotive, Food, Personal Care, Pharmaceutical | Aerospace, Chemical, Energy, Mining | Chemical, Petroleum, Pharmaceutical, Shipping |
| # of Part Numbers Managed | 5000 (≈50 % under active contract) | 5000 (≈20 % under active contract) | 100000+ |