Mike Hartman

Mike has over 20 years of experience in the warehouse and traffic field. Prior to coming to UPM, Mike owned his own 3PL and trucking company. He was also the regional manager for Penske warehousing division in the bay area. Mike has a son and a daughter and plays hockey for fun.

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Why OEMs Are Rethinking Their Supplier Count — And What It Means for Injection Molded Products

Every time an injection molded part moves from one vendor to the next — from molder to painter to assembler to warehouse — cost, time, and risk accumulate in ways that rarely show up on a line-item quote. As OEMs face pressure to shorten lead times and simplify their supply chains, vendor consolidation is emerging as one of the most practical levers available. This article breaks down where the hidden costs live, what a consolidated approach actually looks like, and the questions worth asking before your next program launch.

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