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Custom Processing and Finishing Altek’s entire team continuously looks for bet- ter ways to accomplish projects and challenge the status quo. Value-added services: · Contract Assembly Process  Mechanical and Electronic Assembly  Configure-to-Order Assem- bly Work Cells  Standard work instructions including digital photos for additional clarity  Poka-Yoke (fool-proofing) – manual “touch” inspection processes, photo/vision in- spection systems, electronic test fixtures, etc.  ERP/MRP Procurement and Master Scheduling Systems  Value-added Custom Fin- ishing  Design for Assembly (DFA) to ensure that all components from the upstream processes are optimized for a smooth and efficient assembly · Inventory Management  KanBan  Supplier Managed Inventory (SMI)  Make-to-Order (MTO)  Direct to End-Customer Drop Ship JUNE | JULY 2018 ISSUE NO. 3 13