Choosing the Right Electronics Manufacturer for Medical Devices
Description
In this episode of the Cognitio Podcast, we sit down with Brenton Judge, Executive General Manager at Hendon Semiconductors, to explore the real-world challenges and considerations in outsourced manufacturing. With over three decades of experience in large-scale operations across Asia and Australia, Brenton shares frank insights into what makes—or breaks—a vendor relationship.
We cover:
Why early vendor involvement matters more than ever
Common pitfalls in product design, EMC compliance, and testability
The hidden costs of overseas manufacturing
The grey areas of IP ownership and test system control
What to look for in a genuine manufacturing partnership
Whether you're navigating contract manufacturing for the first time or rethinking your outsourcing model, this episode offers grounded advice that will help you de-risk your next product launch.