OEM
Supply Chain
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
Original Equipment Manufacturer
Company that designs or markets the final product and typically manages the top-level supplier network.
Examples
- 01A car OEM sets quality, delivery and cost targets for its 800 direct suppliers.
- 02The supplier review at the OEM tracks delivery performance and quality by supplier and part family.
- 03When a supplier cannot deliver, the OEM's purchasing, planning and logistics teams work together to secure parts.