Global Supply Chain Management

Mitigating the risks of global sourcing

Timely availability of high quality materials and supplies is critical to the well being of utility operations and maintenance (O&M) programs and CapEx projects. In the past, utilities have taken for granted that trusted suppliers would provide timely high-quality equipment, materials and services at reasonable prices.

 

Today, utility suppliers face unprecedented demand not only from within the US, but also from Europe, China and India. Many manufacturers are grappling with increasing fuel costs, production capacity constraints, metals shortages, unrestrained metals costs, rapidly rising transport costs and rising exchange rates.

 

Supply chain solutions to reduce risk, achieve savings

KEMA helps utilities guard against the impacts of global sourcing challenges by guiding them toward sourcing strategies and supply chain management solutions that ensure continued availability of critical equipment. In doing so, we also help utilities reduce the risk of the global supply chain and achieve significant economic gains. We also help utilities through the complexities of identifying and assessing supply sources, evaluating potential global partners, and developing sustainable supply chains.

 

Accredited quality certification, deep utility experience

KEMA has been an accredited certification body for ISO 9000 standards since 1987. Our combined portfolio of expertise and experience serving the utility industry and providing quality certification has helped our clients assess their suppliers’ manufacturing process, quality management systems, delivery capability and, ultimately, product performance.