Insulin Cartridge Alternate Source Initiative

Abstract

This paper addresses a supply chain problem related to a molded component that is externally manufactured in a company in Singapore. It details the current situation, reason for undertaking the project and its goals and objectives. A structure problem solving approach was followed to establish product requirements, indentifying potential suppliers that developed project proposals and making the final supplier selection. The analysis resulted in the selection of Tessy Plastics from Shaghai as the partner to move forward in the project. Preliminaries scope of work and project plan were completed. Analyzed project financials showed very favorable. The project can now move to the Capital Appropriation Approval phase. Key Terms ⎯ DMAIC methodology, Product requirements, Request for Quote, Supplier selection process.