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4th Quadrant Solutions
TM
Transforming innovative ideas into market reality!
Providing solutions to your company’s
biggest challenges!
Company Overview
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We Are Product Commercialization Experts
With over 20 years serving a range of industries, 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. bridges the gap
between product concept and product commercialization. Through our comprehensive
network of product development and contract manufacturing services, we provide your
company with the best Time To Market (TTM), Supply Chain Excellence (SCE), and World
Class Manufacturing (WCM).
4th Quadrant Solutions’ product development services enable your company to focus on the
core competencies of business development, marketing and sales while leveraging our
extensive expertise in Value Engineering, Development Management, Program Management,
Supply Chain Management, and Manufacturing Management. These are the foundation of the
innovative Four (4) Quadrant business model.
We are more than just a Contract Manufacturing Services (CMS) and Electronic Manufacturing
Services (EMS) provider.
Depending what stage your company is at in the Product Development Process (PDP), we
work with you to understand your strategic objectives and determine what activities are
required to successfully transition your product from innovation to market introduction. We
formulate a detailed plan and cost model that is specific to your company and product.
Whether you require some or all our service offerings, we provide the right solution for you!
With 4th Quadrant Solutions, our customers are rewarded with tangible productivity
improvements, significant cost savings, and exceptional service.
Our fundamental values, key strengths, and full complement of services differentiate us from
other providers. 4th Quadrant Solutions’ ability, confidence, and trust is what ultimately drives a
successful relationship with you, the customer.
Our customers enjoy all the benefits of a fully integrated organization without incurring
excessive development, significant capital, and incremental operating costs. All critical for
your company to attain increased profitability and a competitive edge in the global
marketplace.
More than just a
Contract Manufacturing Services (CMS)
and Electronic Manufacturing Services
(EMS) provider.
Bridging the gap between
“Product Concept” and
“Product Commercialization”.
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About Us
Founded in 2004, 4th Quadrant Solutions has +20 years of knowledge and experience in the Contract
Manufacturing Services (CMS) / Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry to provide its
customers with the best business practices and world class product development services.
​For companies whose core competencies and strengths are design, marketing, and sales, you can rely
on 4th Quadrant Solutions with its proven track record and success to seamlessly transition your product
from design to introduction, and production ramp to volume.
Avoid the pitfalls and disruptions in supplier sourcing and manufacturing that result in long component
lead times, higher product costs, delayed engineering changes, unexpected quality issues, missed
deliveries, and high inventory excess and obsolescence.
With continued focus and commitment, our comprehensive services, innovative strategies and global
solutions are tailored to meet the customer's needs and exceed their expectations for product cost,
quality, and delivery; and for production capability and capacity / scalability. Product commercialization is
our expertise.
The fundamental values
that drive success!
FUNDAMENTAL VALUES
CUSTOMERS
- Exceed customer expectations to ensure overall success.
- Be responsive to our customer's needs through rapid execution, flexibility, and a "Can Do Attitude".
PARTNERSHIPS
- Mutually beneficial relationships with employees, customers, and suppliers to establish "Win-Win" relationships and sustained profitable growth.
- Promote teamwork among entities to drive common goals and objectives.
INTEGRITY
- Practice the highest standards of individual / business professionalism and ethics in all dealings with people and organizations.
QUALITY
- Ensure that the customer's quality requirements are clearly defined, communicated, and understood.
- Ensure that suppliers posses the required Quality, Regulatory, Environmental, and Workmanship standards for "Exceptional Quality".
- Instill a "Right The First Time" work ethic and achieve Continuous Process Improvements thru Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing programs.
COMMUNICATION
- Share information within organization(s) to maximize understanding, commitment, and ownership.
- Communicate with external entities is clear, timely, honest, and an accurate manner.
- "What we say we can do" is executed, achieved, and followed up by tangible results.
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Customer Engagement Process
Our customer engagements follow a four step process to ensure we align with the customer’s goals and expectations, and
we achieve the desired tangible results.
“Our organization is focused on producing tangible results for our customers.”
“We utilize a Collaborative Approach to successfully deliver results.”
SERVICE PLAN
REVIEW
CUSTOMER
ASSESSMENT
DELIVERABLESIMPLEMENTATION
• Site Meeting
• Review Business
Goals & Objectives
• Review Business Status
• Review Product
Development Status
• Discuss / Identify
Requirements
• Determine Resource &
Process Needs
• Agreement / Consensus
• Present Service Plan
• Propose Alternatives &
Options
• Statement Of Services
- Deliverables
- Milestones
- Business Arrangement
• Business Model
- Execution Roadmap
- Cost Roadmap
- Quality Roadmap
• Agreement / Sign-Off
• Engage Resources to
Generate Deliverables
• Coordinate & Collaborate
with Customer Principles
• Meet & Report Status
to Customer Stakeholders
• Monitor Deliverable Status
& Customer Acceptance
• Agreement / Amendment
• Measure Plan
Execution & Attained
Results
• Review Goals &
Objectives Achieved
• Review & Report to
Customer Stakeholders
• Feedback First-Time-
Successes (FTS) and
Lessons Learned
• Transition Processes
& Documentation to
Customer
• Completion / Sign-Off
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Our product development team has skillsets, experience, and relationships to enable your company
to successfully face the biggest challenges in bringing your products to market.
With a broad exposure to international business cultures in the Asian region – Hong Kong,
Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, and Mainland China, our product development experts are
efficient in conducting business across multiple time zones and have the flexibility to work either
domestically or abroad, as required.
Ryan South, a co-founder, has over 20 years of experience in business development, product
design, manufacturing operations, and supply chain management with Fortune 500 multi-national
corporations including Sanmina-SCI, Harris, and IBM. Beginning with a NovAtel Communications,
a pioneer in the design and manufacture of wireless communications equipment and cell phones
and, provider of equipment for the 1st cellular network in North America, Ryan acquired valuable
exposure to Product Development Process (PDP), New Product Introduction (NPI), and High
Volume Manufacturing. With the divestiture of the Cellular Base Station, Global Positioning
System, and Consumer Products business units from NovAtel Communications, Mr. South
transitioned manufacturing to a new green-field facility where he was responsible for providing
Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), managing key multi-million dollar OEM accounts, and
maintaining rapid business growth for Harris. Mr. South was a key participant in the acquisition of
the Harris RF Communications Division, and Nortel Global Design and Product Integrity &
Regulatory Testing Centers by Sanmina-SCI, a Tier 1 EMS supplier. As a member of the senior
management team at Sanmina-SCI, Mr. South was responsible for developing business plans,
establishing supply chains, and implementing cost reduction proposals for Global Wireless
Integration Operations. With facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, the portfolio managed
was in excess of $400 million.
At 4th Quadrant Solutions, Mr. South is primarily responsible for developing strategic sourcing
plans and cost models that achieve the company's and customers' objectives with respect to
revenue, profitability and growth. He oversees operations to mitigate risk and insure the high
quality, efficient management, and cost-effective delivery of services.
Mr. South is a Professional Engineer and graduated from the University of Regina with a B.A.Sc. in
Industrial Systems Engineering.
Ryan South, B.A.Sc., P. Eng.
President
Our Product Development Specialists Profit from our
experience and expertise!
https://ca.linkedin.com/in/ryanrsouth
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Profit from our
experience and expertise!
Geoff Zimmerman, a co-founder, is a Senior Operations Executive with over 18 years of
experience in the Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry. Geoff is a seasoned business
professional with an extensive background in manufacturing engineering. Mr. Zimmerman has a
proven success in customer, supplier and operations management roles with large and mid sized,
multi-million dollar companies including Sanmina-SCI, Continuum Technologies, and BW
Technologies.
Mr. Zimmerman provides strong leadership and a high degree of expertize. He has a demonstrated
excellence in directing integrators and suppliers to achieve higher levels of manufacturing readiness
capability, scalable capacity, on-time delivery, zero defect quality, reduced operations cost, and
responsive customer service.
At 4th Quadrant Solutions, Mr. Zimmerman develops and executes project plans / schedules for
customer projects. He coordinates and monitors activities for assessment, auditing, and evaluation
of suppliers. He implements continuous improvement of manufacturing production, test, quality, and
operations processes by utilizing Lean Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing programs. Geoff
improves logistics and transport to reduce component lead times and to support "Just-In-Time" and
Kanban manufacturing principles. All critical to yield positive results and the ultimate success of the
strategic plan for the customer.
Mr. Zimmerman is a Professional Engineer and graduated from the University of Regina with a
B.A.Sc. in Industrial Systems Engineering.
Geoff Zimmerman, B.A.Sc., P. Eng.
Vice President
Our Product Development Specialists
https://ca.linkedin.com/in/geoff-zimmerman-63321610
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New Product Development Challenges
“Top three reasons why new product launches fail are product schedule,
cost, and quality.”
Time To Market
(Late To Market / Missed Opportunity / Missed Demand) SCHEDULE
COST
QUALITY
Product Pricing
(High Product Cost)
Product Quality
(Performance Issues / Customer Failures)
Customer Acceptance
(Does not meet customer needs)
Product Differentiation
(No clear distinguishing features / function)
Sales Distribution Channels
(Inadequate or improper sales channels)
Product Availability
(Inventory Shortages / Availability Issues)
Product Marketing
(Poor Branding / Promotion)
Regulatory Compliance
(Nonconformance / Approval Issues)
Other
0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40%
33%
29%
24%
19%
18%
17%
17%
15%
5%
37%
(Source: Netland 2015)
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From Idea To Product
“We minimize your business risk at every step in your new product design.”
The shortest path to success is
with an key expert partner!
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
PROOF
OF
CONCEPT
IDEA
FINAL
DESIGN
PRODUCT
DELIVERY
CERTIFICATION MANUFACTURING
FUNCTIONAL
PROTOTYPE
VALUE ENGINEERING: DESIGN FOR EXCELLENCE (DFX) - STRATEGIC SOURCING - LEAN MANUFACTURING
KEY RESOURCES AND ACTIVITIES :
DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT:
• Investigate concept feasibility
• Develop industrial design concepts
• Estimate development costs
DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT:
• Perform regulatory and compliance tests
• Obtain market certifications (FCC, IC,
CCC, CSA, TUV, UL)
DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT:
• Evaluate pre-production units
• Verify product functional performance
• Verify product quality requirements
MANUFACTURING& SUPPLY CHAIN:
• Build functional evaluation prototypes
• Source and qualify key suppliers
• Develop component / assembly supply
chain
DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT:
• Generate alternative product architectures
• Define major sub-systems & interfaces
• Refine and complete industrial design
• Define product geometry and function
• Choose component materials
• Assign component & product tolerances
• Implement cost reduction opportunities
• Complete component / product packaging
design
• Document product & design changes
• Perform reliability, life, & performance
testing
MANUFACTURING& SUPPLY CHAIN:
• Build experimental prototypes
• Test experimental prototypes
• Assess production feasibility
• Identify new technology processes
• Identify unique & custom components
• Estimate manufacturing costs
• Determine cost reduction opportunities
MANUFACTURING& SUPPLY CHAIN:
• Define piece-part production processes
• Design component and assembly tooling
• Source specialized equipment
• Develop test fixtures & software programs
• Define assembly / test line layout
• Define test parameters & test plan
• Design quality assurance processes
• Evaluate 1st article components
• Procure long-lead components
• Implement design changes
• Determine actual manufacturing costs
• Develop product launch schedule
MANUFACTURING& SUPPLY CHAIN:
• Facilitate supplier ramp-up
• Initiate Material Requirements Planning
• Build and test pilot / field trial units
• Transition from pilot to ramp production
• Scale production from ramp to volume
• Assess supplier cost, delivery, & quality
• Monitor & audit component / assembly
suppliers
• Build To Order (BTO)
• Direct Order Fulfillment (DOF)
• Streamline global hub / distribution
logistics
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Value Engineering
“Value Engineering focuses on crucial factors in bringing your product to
market at scale.”
Biggest challenges in scaling a business is
managing product schedule, cost, and quality!
To obtain the highest quality, lowest cost and shortest Speed To Market (STM),
Value Engineering (VE) is employed throughout the entire product design and development process.
Our focus on Value Engineering yields tangible results for our customers.
VALUE ENGINEERING
 DESIGN FOR EXCELLENCE (DFX)
 STRATEGIC SOURCING
 LEAN MANUFACTURING
DFX
(COMPLEX DESIGNS)
Design
For
Disassembly
Design
For
Manufacture
Design
For
Commonality
Design
For
Procurement
Design
For
Assembly
Design
For
Safety
Design
For
Service
Design
For
Costing
Design
For
Reliability
Design
For
Environment
Design
For
Reuse
Design
For
Testability
Design For Excellence (DFX)
consists of methods, guidelines,
standards, and checks for creating
better products focused on providing
benefits in multiple stages of the
product lifecycle.
REALIZED TANGIBLE BENEFITS
IMPROVEMENT
10% - 20% Reduction
10% - 12% Increase
3% - 6% Reduction
ELEMENT
Design Rework
Productivity
Product Cost
DESIGN FOR EXCELLENCE (DFX)
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Value Engineering (Cont.)
STRATEGIC SOURCING
We possess the strategic sourcing experience and skills
to attain cost savings at a manageable level of risk.
4th Quadrant has a deep understanding of all elements of
strategic sourcing – from identifying opportunity and spend management
to supply market analysis, RFX process, negotiation, and supplier metrics.
We streamline the supplier chain and leverage alternate suppliers
to achieve the lowest “Total Unit Cost”.
REALIZED TANGIBLE BENEFITS
IMPROVEMENT
30% - 75% Reduction
10% - 50% Reduction
5% - 45% Reduction
5% - 35% Reduction
ELEMENT
Assembly / Test Labour
Product Cost
Direct Material
Custom Tooling
“Through Strategic Sourcing from emerging regions, your company can
achieve significant cost savings with high quality and reliability.”
STRATEGY
CREATION
SITUATION
ANALYSIS
SUPPLIER
MANAGEMENT
PROCESS
INITIATION
STRATEGY
IMPLEMENTATION
Determine opportunity
Identify stakeholder
requirements
Define scope of
procurement within
opportunity
Spend Cube Analysis Supply Market Analysis Supplier Evaluations
Supplier Agreements
Supply Chain Metrics
Commodity
Management Solutions
Cost Models
Critical Success
Factors
Identify business
requirements and
stakeholder concerns
Perform spend and
supply market
analysis
Identify current
practices pertaining
to opportunity
Determine sourcing
options
Develop supplier
evaluation and
benchmarking criteria
Develop sourcing
strategy
Evaluate suppliers
Negotiate supplier
agreement
Approve and execute
contract agreement
Initiate supplier
performance
management
Identify methods to
reduce “Total Cost of
Ownership” (TCO)
Monitor and improve
supply chain metrics
PROCESS DELIVERABLES
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Value Engineering (Cont.)
LEAN MANUFACTURING
LEAN PERFORMANCE
Highest Quality - Lowest Cost - Shortest Lead Time
JUST-IN-TIME (JIT) INVOLVEMENT
VALUESTREAMMAPPING
HEIJUNKA
(Hi-June-Ka)
STANDARDIZED WORK
BASIC STABILITY
KAIZEN
(Ki-Zen)
JIDOKA
(Ji-Do-Ka)
• Continuous Flow
• Flexible Workforce
• Kanban
• Pull System
• Takt Time
• Communication
• Creative Thinking
• Culture
• Enpowerment
• Production Leveling
• Predictable & Consistent Availability
• 4Ms (Machines, Manpower, Materials, Methods)
• Repeatable Methods
• 5S (Simplify, Sort, Shine,
Standardize, Sustain)
• Continuous Improvement
• 7 Wastes (Defective Product,
Inventory, Motion, Overprocessing,
Overproduction, Queues,
Transportation)
• Abnormality Identification
• Autonomation
(Automation With Human Touch)
• Build-In Quality
• Poka-Yoke (Error Prevention)
Lean Manufacturing
is a collection of tactical methods that
emphasize eliminating non-value added
activities (waste) in operations while
delivering quality products on time, at
least cost, and with continuous
improvement in efficiency and
productivity.
REALIZED TANGIBLE BENEFITS
IMPROVEMENT
70% - 80% Reduction
>50% Reduction
40% - 50% Reduction
>30% Increase
30% - 40% Increase
15% - 25% Increase
10% - 20% Reduction
5% - 10% Reduction
ELEMENT
Lead Times
Material Inventory
Plant Footprint
On-Time Delivery
Productivity
Customer Quality
Logistics Footprint
Product Cost
“To maximize cost competitiveness and improve ROI, Lean Manufacturing
must be deployed beyond in-house operations to include the entire supply
chain.”
We are experienced in deployment of Lean Manufacturing across all business
operations.
We form relationships with suppliers that enable Lean Manufacturing to be extended
to the Total Supply Chain so our customers achieve the maximum benefits.
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Why Choose Us? The key strengths that differentiate
us from other providers!
Our key strengths differentiate us from the other providers.
TAILORED SERVICES
Depending on what stage you are in product development, we tailor services that meet your company needs to ensure
a successful product launch and introduction into the global marketplace.
VALUED EXPERIENCE
All customers are not the same. Depending on company size, experience, and skillset, we provide customers with
valuable experience required to ensure critical product development activities and schedule milestones are achieved.
In the early development stage, we can review your product and provide an accurate product cost and recommend
cost reductions in material, and assembly / test labor to ensure your target product cost is achieved.
ATTENTION AND FOCUS
​Unlike Tier 1 & Tier 2 service providers, where Mature companies with stable products and steady revenue growth are
desirable and Startup companies with changing products and unstable revenue growth are undesirable, the focus and
attention your company receives is directly related to your revenue size.
We develop strategic sourcing strategies and supply chains that ensure all customers are a top priority. We realize
that customers require different levels of focus and attention.
SUPPLIER PARTNERSHIPS
We have been establishing partnerships with Asian suppliers for over 10 years. These relationships are based on high
quality standards, low production costs, exceptional on-time delivery, scalable production capacity, high manufacturing
expertise, and efficient manufacturing.
If your product requires new and advanced manufacturing processes, we have the network in place to source
suppliers to meet the customer's needs.
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Why Choose Us? (Cont.)
DIRECT PROCUREMENT
​Many Tier 1 and Tier 2 service providers source components from distributors. In doing so, their pricing
competitiveness diminishes regardless of their volume purchasing power.
We purchase and negotiate pricing directly with commercial and custom component manufacturers. This improves the
robustness of the supply chain and translates directly into improved lead times and cost savings for the customer. The
end result is we can provide more competitive pricing.
FLEXIBLE AND RESPONSIVE
Through direct procurement and established supplier partnerships, we are more flexible than many Tier 1 and Tier 2
service providers to scale operations upward and downward in response to the customer's demand. In dealing directly
with the manufacturers and the factories that produce the components, we have a significant advantage in dealing with
demand volatility. Supplier capacity can be allocated or deallocated more efficiently. We maintain short lead times that
minimize exposure to excess and obsolete inventory. All critical in meeting timely product launch, ramp, and volume
production requirements for a global marketplace.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) PROTECTION
We alleviate the customer's concerns regarding Intellectual Property (IP) protection by dealing with reputable suppliers
thru Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA). To migrate the risk, we develop supply chains that ensure no one supplier
has access to all IP required to produce the product.
GOVERNMENT FUNDING, GRANTS, AND TAX CREDITS
We enable your company to maximize the benefits of government tax credits, funding, and grants available to start-up
and small / medium sized businesses engaged in research and development; product innovation, development, and
commercialization; and productivity improvement.
Tax credits include Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP), Scientific Research & Experimental Development
(SR&ED) Program, and Federal Capital - Machinery & Equipment Cost Allowances.
Funding and grant programs include Advanced Manufacturing Fund (AMF), Automotive Supplier Innovation Program
(ASIP), Build In Canada Innovation Program (BCIP), Canada Small Business Financing Program, CME SMART
Advanced Technologies for Growth Fund, Eastern Ontario Development Fund (EODF), Investing In Business
Innovation (IBI) Program, Investing in Business Growth and Productivity (IBGP) Program, Investing in Regional
Diversification (IRD) Program, IRAP Accelerated Review Process (ARP) Grant, IRAP Mid-Size Projects Fund, MaRS –
Investment Accelerator Fund (AIF), SD Tech Fund, and Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII),
The key strengths that differentiate
us from other providers!
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Services More than just a Contract Manufacturing Services and
Electronic Manufacturing Services provider!
We offer a broad range of services that are tailored to meet your company's needs.
DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT
 Market Requirements Document (MRD) and Product Requirements Document (PRD)
 End-User Evaluation, and Usability, Verification, and Validation Testing
 Component / Material Sourcing and Selection
 Bill Of Material (BOM) and Approved Vendor List (AVL) Generation
 Engineering Change Order (ECO) Generation
 Component Design (ASIC, FPGA Programming, Cables, Die Cast, Metal Extrusion, Metal Stamping, Plastic
Molding, Packaging, Precision Machining, PCB, Sheet Metal Enclosures, Etc.)
 Design Analysis (Electrical, Mechanical, Thermal)
 Product Environmental, Regulatory (FCC, IC, CCC, CE, CSA, TUV, UL), and
Reliability Testing (MTBF, HALT, HASS)
 Product Cost Determination
 Product Cost Reduction
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
 Product Development Scheduling (Design Finalization, Prototyping, Verification, and Validation)
 Manufacturing Transition (Prototype to Pilot, Launch to Ramp, Ramp to Volume Production, Facility Transfer)
 Engineering Change Order Assessment and Implementation
 Manufacturing Readiness Assessment
 Quality Assessment (IPC, ISO, RoHS, Etc.)
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
 Supplier Sourcing (China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mexico, North America), Assessment, and Qualification
 Component Sourcing and RFX
 Supply Chain Development and Implementation
 Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) and Material Procurement
 Material & Tooling Cost Reduction
 Global Hub and Distribution Logistics Establishment / Streamlining
MANUFACTURING MANAGEMENT
 Documentation Generation and Control
 Product Assembly, Test, and Quality Process Development
 Integrator and Sub-Supplier Auditing
 1st Article Component Evaluation
 Assembly Equipment Sourcing and Commissioning
 In-Circuit Test (ICT) and Functional Test Fixture Fabrication, Software Development, and Commissioning
 Thermal Screening / Reliability Test Development
 Production Monitoring and Technical Support
VALUE ENGINEERING
 Design For Excellence (DFX)
 Strategic Sourcing
 Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement
 Lean Six Sigma
PROGRAM
MANAGEMENT
SUPPLY CHAIN
MANAGEMENT
MANUFACTURING
MANAGEMENT
VALUE
ENGINEERING
DEVELOPMENT
MANAGEMENT
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Resource Background
SPECIALIZED SKILLSETS
Our team of expert professionals enables your company to focus on its core competences while
leveraging 4th Quadrant’s diverse range of specialized skillsets.
• ASIC Design & FPGA Programming
• Industrial Design
• Manufacturing Engineering & Management
• Mechanical Engineering (3D Modeling & Simulation)
• New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineering & Management
• PCB Design & Layout
MULTINATIONAL OEM COMPANIES
​We have honed skillsets and acquired extensive knowledge through active roles in Product Development with / for
many leading Multinational OEM companies.
CONTRACT MANUFACTURERS (CM)
We have focused on Value Engineering and application of best practices with the top Contract Manufacturing companies.
DIRECT SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIPS
​We have established direct supplier relationships with large Semiconductor, Electronic & Electromechanical Component Manufacturers.
• Product Development Engineering & Management
• Product Test Engineering
• Program / Project Management
• Quality Engineering
• Environmental, Regulatory & Reliability Test Engineering
• Supply Chain Management
• Value Engineering (DFX, Strategic Sourcing, Lean Manufacturing)
“With over 20 years experience and +10 years in business, we have a proven
and successful track record of developing ideas into products.”
Skillsets, experience, and relationships
are what make industry leaders!
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Technical Capabilities
“We provide a comprehensive array of technical capabilities essential in transforming
your innovative ideas into product.”
ASIC Design &
FPGA Programming Industrial Design Mechanical Design PCB Design & Layout
Manufacturing
Engineering
Test
Engineering
Program / Project
Management
Quality
Engineering
Reliability
Engineering
NPI Engineering &
Management
Value
Engineering
Supply Chain
Management
Key resources that accelerate Time To Market,
drive Cost Reduction, and ensure Product Quality!
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Manufacturing Capabilities
“We provide a comprehensive array of manufacturing capabilities essential in bringing
your product to market.”
ASIC Fabrication PCB Fabrication PCB Assembly
Sheet Metal Fabrication Metal Die CastingPrecision Machining
Electro-Mechanical
AssemblyMetal Stamping
Cable Assemblies &
Harnesses
Product Packaging
Plastic 3D
Printing & Molding
Metal Extrusion
From Prototype to Pilot, Launch to Ramp,
and Ramp to Volume Production!
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Test Capabilities
“We provide a comprehensive array of testing capabilities essential in bringing your
product to market.”
Flying Probe Test ICT / Functional Test
Component Test Product Test
Environmental Stress
Screening (ESS)
From Prototype to Pilot, Launch to Ramp,
and Ramp to Volume Production!
Highly Accelerated
Stress Screen (HASS) &
Life Test (HALT)
Hipot Test
Transportation
Vibration Test
We develop manufacturing, test, and quality processes to meet
our customer’s requirement for mass customization, low-
volume high-mix, and high-volume low-mix production.
Standardized manufacturing lines enable flexible and scalable
production for multiple volumes (e.g. 10 X, 100 X, 1K X, 10K X,
100K X).
We innovative and advance manufacturing with the adoption of
automated Go / No Go assembly and testing throughout
product production.
Product & Packaging
Drop Test
Regulatory Test
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Markets Served
Our customers are developing products with new emerging technologies. They span across a wide range of industries with the
objective to sell their products in large global markets.​
COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS CONSUMER CLEAN TECH
ENERGY
(OIL)
ENERGY
(CHP, GAS)
INDUSTRIAL
(ENERGY MANAGEMENT)
&
(INDUSTRIAL CONTROL)
MED TECH &
WEARABLES
Bridging the gap between product
concept and commercialization!
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Customers Bridging the gap between product
concept and commercialization!
WHO ARE OUR CUSTOMERS?
Our customers are developing products with new emerging technologies. They span across a wide range
of industries with the objective to sell their products in large global markets.​
MARKETS SERVED
COMPUTER
COMMUNICATIONS
CONSUMER
ENERGY – CLEAN TECH, RENEWABLE, OIL & GAS, CHP (COMBINED HEATING / COOLING & POWER)
INDUSTRIAL – GAMING, GAS PUMPS, METERS, TRANSPORTATION, ENERGY MANAGEMENT &
INDUSTRIAL CONTROLS
MEDICAL – MED TECH & WEARABLES
COMPANIES SERVED
The companies we service range from startup to small / medium sized corporations who are developing products with new
and emerging technologies. The company's products are sold to end customers, large OEM companies, or distributors.
The companies have a sound business plan and can secure the proper financing required to bring their products from
concept to commercialization.
GEOGRAPHIES SERVED
For companies whose goal is to sell their products into large North American, European, and Asian markets, we can
develop logistics channels for Direct Order Fulfillment (DOF) or Global Hub Distribution.
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Connect With Us We have a proven track record
in yielding tangible results!
For more information about our company and the services we provide, please contact us.
We look forward to speaking and meeting with you to discuss your company's requirements.
To Request A Quotation (RFQ), we have a Simple 4 Step Process.
1.) Understand what your goals are.
2.) Determine what services you require.
3.) Formulate a plan and cost model that attains your objectives.
4.) Execute to plan and measure the results.
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and model.
Attain your
goals.
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4th Quadrant Solutions
4th Quadrant Solutions Inc.
Corporate Office:
107 Coverdale Way N.E.
Calgary, Alberta
Canada T3K 4J5
Website: 4thQuadrant.com
Ryan South, P. Eng.
President
Tel: 403-619-2738
Fax: 403-226-2738
Email: 4thquad@telus.net
Geoff Zimmerman, P. Eng.
Vice President
Tel: 403-875-6658
Fax: 403-226-2738
Email: 4thquad1@telus.net
Get the conversation started!
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Providing solutions to your company’s biggest challenges

  • 1. 4th Quadrant Solutions TM Transforming innovative ideas into market reality! Providing solutions to your company’s biggest challenges! Company Overview Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 2. We Are Product Commercialization Experts With over 20 years serving a range of industries, 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. bridges the gap between product concept and product commercialization. Through our comprehensive network of product development and contract manufacturing services, we provide your company with the best Time To Market (TTM), Supply Chain Excellence (SCE), and World Class Manufacturing (WCM). 4th Quadrant Solutions’ product development services enable your company to focus on the core competencies of business development, marketing and sales while leveraging our extensive expertise in Value Engineering, Development Management, Program Management, Supply Chain Management, and Manufacturing Management. These are the foundation of the innovative Four (4) Quadrant business model. We are more than just a Contract Manufacturing Services (CMS) and Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider. Depending what stage your company is at in the Product Development Process (PDP), we work with you to understand your strategic objectives and determine what activities are required to successfully transition your product from innovation to market introduction. We formulate a detailed plan and cost model that is specific to your company and product. Whether you require some or all our service offerings, we provide the right solution for you! With 4th Quadrant Solutions, our customers are rewarded with tangible productivity improvements, significant cost savings, and exceptional service. Our fundamental values, key strengths, and full complement of services differentiate us from other providers. 4th Quadrant Solutions’ ability, confidence, and trust is what ultimately drives a successful relationship with you, the customer. Our customers enjoy all the benefits of a fully integrated organization without incurring excessive development, significant capital, and incremental operating costs. All critical for your company to attain increased profitability and a competitive edge in the global marketplace. More than just a Contract Manufacturing Services (CMS) and Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider. Bridging the gap between “Product Concept” and “Product Commercialization”. Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 3. About Us Founded in 2004, 4th Quadrant Solutions has +20 years of knowledge and experience in the Contract Manufacturing Services (CMS) / Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry to provide its customers with the best business practices and world class product development services. ​For companies whose core competencies and strengths are design, marketing, and sales, you can rely on 4th Quadrant Solutions with its proven track record and success to seamlessly transition your product from design to introduction, and production ramp to volume. Avoid the pitfalls and disruptions in supplier sourcing and manufacturing that result in long component lead times, higher product costs, delayed engineering changes, unexpected quality issues, missed deliveries, and high inventory excess and obsolescence. With continued focus and commitment, our comprehensive services, innovative strategies and global solutions are tailored to meet the customer's needs and exceed their expectations for product cost, quality, and delivery; and for production capability and capacity / scalability. Product commercialization is our expertise. The fundamental values that drive success! FUNDAMENTAL VALUES CUSTOMERS - Exceed customer expectations to ensure overall success. - Be responsive to our customer's needs through rapid execution, flexibility, and a "Can Do Attitude". PARTNERSHIPS - Mutually beneficial relationships with employees, customers, and suppliers to establish "Win-Win" relationships and sustained profitable growth. - Promote teamwork among entities to drive common goals and objectives. INTEGRITY - Practice the highest standards of individual / business professionalism and ethics in all dealings with people and organizations. QUALITY - Ensure that the customer's quality requirements are clearly defined, communicated, and understood. - Ensure that suppliers posses the required Quality, Regulatory, Environmental, and Workmanship standards for "Exceptional Quality". - Instill a "Right The First Time" work ethic and achieve Continuous Process Improvements thru Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing programs. COMMUNICATION - Share information within organization(s) to maximize understanding, commitment, and ownership. - Communicate with external entities is clear, timely, honest, and an accurate manner. - "What we say we can do" is executed, achieved, and followed up by tangible results. Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 4. Customer Engagement Process Our customer engagements follow a four step process to ensure we align with the customer’s goals and expectations, and we achieve the desired tangible results. “Our organization is focused on producing tangible results for our customers.” “We utilize a Collaborative Approach to successfully deliver results.” SERVICE PLAN REVIEW CUSTOMER ASSESSMENT DELIVERABLESIMPLEMENTATION • Site Meeting • Review Business Goals & Objectives • Review Business Status • Review Product Development Status • Discuss / Identify Requirements • Determine Resource & Process Needs • Agreement / Consensus • Present Service Plan • Propose Alternatives & Options • Statement Of Services - Deliverables - Milestones - Business Arrangement • Business Model - Execution Roadmap - Cost Roadmap - Quality Roadmap • Agreement / Sign-Off • Engage Resources to Generate Deliverables • Coordinate & Collaborate with Customer Principles • Meet & Report Status to Customer Stakeholders • Monitor Deliverable Status & Customer Acceptance • Agreement / Amendment • Measure Plan Execution & Attained Results • Review Goals & Objectives Achieved • Review & Report to Customer Stakeholders • Feedback First-Time- Successes (FTS) and Lessons Learned • Transition Processes & Documentation to Customer • Completion / Sign-Off Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 5. Our product development team has skillsets, experience, and relationships to enable your company to successfully face the biggest challenges in bringing your products to market. With a broad exposure to international business cultures in the Asian region – Hong Kong, Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, and Mainland China, our product development experts are efficient in conducting business across multiple time zones and have the flexibility to work either domestically or abroad, as required. Ryan South, a co-founder, has over 20 years of experience in business development, product design, manufacturing operations, and supply chain management with Fortune 500 multi-national corporations including Sanmina-SCI, Harris, and IBM. Beginning with a NovAtel Communications, a pioneer in the design and manufacture of wireless communications equipment and cell phones and, provider of equipment for the 1st cellular network in North America, Ryan acquired valuable exposure to Product Development Process (PDP), New Product Introduction (NPI), and High Volume Manufacturing. With the divestiture of the Cellular Base Station, Global Positioning System, and Consumer Products business units from NovAtel Communications, Mr. South transitioned manufacturing to a new green-field facility where he was responsible for providing Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), managing key multi-million dollar OEM accounts, and maintaining rapid business growth for Harris. Mr. South was a key participant in the acquisition of the Harris RF Communications Division, and Nortel Global Design and Product Integrity & Regulatory Testing Centers by Sanmina-SCI, a Tier 1 EMS supplier. As a member of the senior management team at Sanmina-SCI, Mr. South was responsible for developing business plans, establishing supply chains, and implementing cost reduction proposals for Global Wireless Integration Operations. With facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, the portfolio managed was in excess of $400 million. At 4th Quadrant Solutions, Mr. South is primarily responsible for developing strategic sourcing plans and cost models that achieve the company's and customers' objectives with respect to revenue, profitability and growth. He oversees operations to mitigate risk and insure the high quality, efficient management, and cost-effective delivery of services. Mr. South is a Professional Engineer and graduated from the University of Regina with a B.A.Sc. in Industrial Systems Engineering. Ryan South, B.A.Sc., P. Eng. President Our Product Development Specialists Profit from our experience and expertise! https://ca.linkedin.com/in/ryanrsouth Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 6. Profit from our experience and expertise! Geoff Zimmerman, a co-founder, is a Senior Operations Executive with over 18 years of experience in the Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry. Geoff is a seasoned business professional with an extensive background in manufacturing engineering. Mr. Zimmerman has a proven success in customer, supplier and operations management roles with large and mid sized, multi-million dollar companies including Sanmina-SCI, Continuum Technologies, and BW Technologies. Mr. Zimmerman provides strong leadership and a high degree of expertize. He has a demonstrated excellence in directing integrators and suppliers to achieve higher levels of manufacturing readiness capability, scalable capacity, on-time delivery, zero defect quality, reduced operations cost, and responsive customer service. At 4th Quadrant Solutions, Mr. Zimmerman develops and executes project plans / schedules for customer projects. He coordinates and monitors activities for assessment, auditing, and evaluation of suppliers. He implements continuous improvement of manufacturing production, test, quality, and operations processes by utilizing Lean Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing programs. Geoff improves logistics and transport to reduce component lead times and to support "Just-In-Time" and Kanban manufacturing principles. All critical to yield positive results and the ultimate success of the strategic plan for the customer. Mr. Zimmerman is a Professional Engineer and graduated from the University of Regina with a B.A.Sc. in Industrial Systems Engineering. Geoff Zimmerman, B.A.Sc., P. Eng. Vice President Our Product Development Specialists https://ca.linkedin.com/in/geoff-zimmerman-63321610 Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 7. New Product Development Challenges “Top three reasons why new product launches fail are product schedule, cost, and quality.” Time To Market (Late To Market / Missed Opportunity / Missed Demand) SCHEDULE COST QUALITY Product Pricing (High Product Cost) Product Quality (Performance Issues / Customer Failures) Customer Acceptance (Does not meet customer needs) Product Differentiation (No clear distinguishing features / function) Sales Distribution Channels (Inadequate or improper sales channels) Product Availability (Inventory Shortages / Availability Issues) Product Marketing (Poor Branding / Promotion) Regulatory Compliance (Nonconformance / Approval Issues) Other 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 33% 29% 24% 19% 18% 17% 17% 15% 5% 37% (Source: Netland 2015) Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 8. From Idea To Product “We minimize your business risk at every step in your new product design.” The shortest path to success is with an key expert partner! 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 PROOF OF CONCEPT IDEA FINAL DESIGN PRODUCT DELIVERY CERTIFICATION MANUFACTURING FUNCTIONAL PROTOTYPE VALUE ENGINEERING: DESIGN FOR EXCELLENCE (DFX) - STRATEGIC SOURCING - LEAN MANUFACTURING KEY RESOURCES AND ACTIVITIES : DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT: • Investigate concept feasibility • Develop industrial design concepts • Estimate development costs DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT: • Perform regulatory and compliance tests • Obtain market certifications (FCC, IC, CCC, CSA, TUV, UL) DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT: • Evaluate pre-production units • Verify product functional performance • Verify product quality requirements MANUFACTURING& SUPPLY CHAIN: • Build functional evaluation prototypes • Source and qualify key suppliers • Develop component / assembly supply chain DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT: • Generate alternative product architectures • Define major sub-systems & interfaces • Refine and complete industrial design • Define product geometry and function • Choose component materials • Assign component & product tolerances • Implement cost reduction opportunities • Complete component / product packaging design • Document product & design changes • Perform reliability, life, & performance testing MANUFACTURING& SUPPLY CHAIN: • Build experimental prototypes • Test experimental prototypes • Assess production feasibility • Identify new technology processes • Identify unique & custom components • Estimate manufacturing costs • Determine cost reduction opportunities MANUFACTURING& SUPPLY CHAIN: • Define piece-part production processes • Design component and assembly tooling • Source specialized equipment • Develop test fixtures & software programs • Define assembly / test line layout • Define test parameters & test plan • Design quality assurance processes • Evaluate 1st article components • Procure long-lead components • Implement design changes • Determine actual manufacturing costs • Develop product launch schedule MANUFACTURING& SUPPLY CHAIN: • Facilitate supplier ramp-up • Initiate Material Requirements Planning • Build and test pilot / field trial units • Transition from pilot to ramp production • Scale production from ramp to volume • Assess supplier cost, delivery, & quality • Monitor & audit component / assembly suppliers • Build To Order (BTO) • Direct Order Fulfillment (DOF) • Streamline global hub / distribution logistics Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 9. Value Engineering “Value Engineering focuses on crucial factors in bringing your product to market at scale.” Biggest challenges in scaling a business is managing product schedule, cost, and quality! To obtain the highest quality, lowest cost and shortest Speed To Market (STM), Value Engineering (VE) is employed throughout the entire product design and development process. Our focus on Value Engineering yields tangible results for our customers. VALUE ENGINEERING  DESIGN FOR EXCELLENCE (DFX)  STRATEGIC SOURCING  LEAN MANUFACTURING DFX (COMPLEX DESIGNS) Design For Disassembly Design For Manufacture Design For Commonality Design For Procurement Design For Assembly Design For Safety Design For Service Design For Costing Design For Reliability Design For Environment Design For Reuse Design For Testability Design For Excellence (DFX) consists of methods, guidelines, standards, and checks for creating better products focused on providing benefits in multiple stages of the product lifecycle. REALIZED TANGIBLE BENEFITS IMPROVEMENT 10% - 20% Reduction 10% - 12% Increase 3% - 6% Reduction ELEMENT Design Rework Productivity Product Cost DESIGN FOR EXCELLENCE (DFX) Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 10. Value Engineering (Cont.) STRATEGIC SOURCING We possess the strategic sourcing experience and skills to attain cost savings at a manageable level of risk. 4th Quadrant has a deep understanding of all elements of strategic sourcing – from identifying opportunity and spend management to supply market analysis, RFX process, negotiation, and supplier metrics. We streamline the supplier chain and leverage alternate suppliers to achieve the lowest “Total Unit Cost”. REALIZED TANGIBLE BENEFITS IMPROVEMENT 30% - 75% Reduction 10% - 50% Reduction 5% - 45% Reduction 5% - 35% Reduction ELEMENT Assembly / Test Labour Product Cost Direct Material Custom Tooling “Through Strategic Sourcing from emerging regions, your company can achieve significant cost savings with high quality and reliability.” STRATEGY CREATION SITUATION ANALYSIS SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT PROCESS INITIATION STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION Determine opportunity Identify stakeholder requirements Define scope of procurement within opportunity Spend Cube Analysis Supply Market Analysis Supplier Evaluations Supplier Agreements Supply Chain Metrics Commodity Management Solutions Cost Models Critical Success Factors Identify business requirements and stakeholder concerns Perform spend and supply market analysis Identify current practices pertaining to opportunity Determine sourcing options Develop supplier evaluation and benchmarking criteria Develop sourcing strategy Evaluate suppliers Negotiate supplier agreement Approve and execute contract agreement Initiate supplier performance management Identify methods to reduce “Total Cost of Ownership” (TCO) Monitor and improve supply chain metrics PROCESS DELIVERABLES Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 11. Value Engineering (Cont.) LEAN MANUFACTURING LEAN PERFORMANCE Highest Quality - Lowest Cost - Shortest Lead Time JUST-IN-TIME (JIT) INVOLVEMENT VALUESTREAMMAPPING HEIJUNKA (Hi-June-Ka) STANDARDIZED WORK BASIC STABILITY KAIZEN (Ki-Zen) JIDOKA (Ji-Do-Ka) • Continuous Flow • Flexible Workforce • Kanban • Pull System • Takt Time • Communication • Creative Thinking • Culture • Enpowerment • Production Leveling • Predictable & Consistent Availability • 4Ms (Machines, Manpower, Materials, Methods) • Repeatable Methods • 5S (Simplify, Sort, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) • Continuous Improvement • 7 Wastes (Defective Product, Inventory, Motion, Overprocessing, Overproduction, Queues, Transportation) • Abnormality Identification • Autonomation (Automation With Human Touch) • Build-In Quality • Poka-Yoke (Error Prevention) Lean Manufacturing is a collection of tactical methods that emphasize eliminating non-value added activities (waste) in operations while delivering quality products on time, at least cost, and with continuous improvement in efficiency and productivity. REALIZED TANGIBLE BENEFITS IMPROVEMENT 70% - 80% Reduction >50% Reduction 40% - 50% Reduction >30% Increase 30% - 40% Increase 15% - 25% Increase 10% - 20% Reduction 5% - 10% Reduction ELEMENT Lead Times Material Inventory Plant Footprint On-Time Delivery Productivity Customer Quality Logistics Footprint Product Cost “To maximize cost competitiveness and improve ROI, Lean Manufacturing must be deployed beyond in-house operations to include the entire supply chain.” We are experienced in deployment of Lean Manufacturing across all business operations. We form relationships with suppliers that enable Lean Manufacturing to be extended to the Total Supply Chain so our customers achieve the maximum benefits. Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 12. Why Choose Us? The key strengths that differentiate us from other providers! Our key strengths differentiate us from the other providers. TAILORED SERVICES Depending on what stage you are in product development, we tailor services that meet your company needs to ensure a successful product launch and introduction into the global marketplace. VALUED EXPERIENCE All customers are not the same. Depending on company size, experience, and skillset, we provide customers with valuable experience required to ensure critical product development activities and schedule milestones are achieved. In the early development stage, we can review your product and provide an accurate product cost and recommend cost reductions in material, and assembly / test labor to ensure your target product cost is achieved. ATTENTION AND FOCUS ​Unlike Tier 1 & Tier 2 service providers, where Mature companies with stable products and steady revenue growth are desirable and Startup companies with changing products and unstable revenue growth are undesirable, the focus and attention your company receives is directly related to your revenue size. We develop strategic sourcing strategies and supply chains that ensure all customers are a top priority. We realize that customers require different levels of focus and attention. SUPPLIER PARTNERSHIPS We have been establishing partnerships with Asian suppliers for over 10 years. These relationships are based on high quality standards, low production costs, exceptional on-time delivery, scalable production capacity, high manufacturing expertise, and efficient manufacturing. If your product requires new and advanced manufacturing processes, we have the network in place to source suppliers to meet the customer's needs. Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 13. Why Choose Us? (Cont.) DIRECT PROCUREMENT ​Many Tier 1 and Tier 2 service providers source components from distributors. In doing so, their pricing competitiveness diminishes regardless of their volume purchasing power. We purchase and negotiate pricing directly with commercial and custom component manufacturers. This improves the robustness of the supply chain and translates directly into improved lead times and cost savings for the customer. The end result is we can provide more competitive pricing. FLEXIBLE AND RESPONSIVE Through direct procurement and established supplier partnerships, we are more flexible than many Tier 1 and Tier 2 service providers to scale operations upward and downward in response to the customer's demand. In dealing directly with the manufacturers and the factories that produce the components, we have a significant advantage in dealing with demand volatility. Supplier capacity can be allocated or deallocated more efficiently. We maintain short lead times that minimize exposure to excess and obsolete inventory. All critical in meeting timely product launch, ramp, and volume production requirements for a global marketplace. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) PROTECTION We alleviate the customer's concerns regarding Intellectual Property (IP) protection by dealing with reputable suppliers thru Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA). To migrate the risk, we develop supply chains that ensure no one supplier has access to all IP required to produce the product. GOVERNMENT FUNDING, GRANTS, AND TAX CREDITS We enable your company to maximize the benefits of government tax credits, funding, and grants available to start-up and small / medium sized businesses engaged in research and development; product innovation, development, and commercialization; and productivity improvement. Tax credits include Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP), Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) Program, and Federal Capital - Machinery & Equipment Cost Allowances. Funding and grant programs include Advanced Manufacturing Fund (AMF), Automotive Supplier Innovation Program (ASIP), Build In Canada Innovation Program (BCIP), Canada Small Business Financing Program, CME SMART Advanced Technologies for Growth Fund, Eastern Ontario Development Fund (EODF), Investing In Business Innovation (IBI) Program, Investing in Business Growth and Productivity (IBGP) Program, Investing in Regional Diversification (IRD) Program, IRAP Accelerated Review Process (ARP) Grant, IRAP Mid-Size Projects Fund, MaRS – Investment Accelerator Fund (AIF), SD Tech Fund, and Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII), The key strengths that differentiate us from other providers! Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 14. Services More than just a Contract Manufacturing Services and Electronic Manufacturing Services provider! We offer a broad range of services that are tailored to meet your company's needs. DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT  Market Requirements Document (MRD) and Product Requirements Document (PRD)  End-User Evaluation, and Usability, Verification, and Validation Testing  Component / Material Sourcing and Selection  Bill Of Material (BOM) and Approved Vendor List (AVL) Generation  Engineering Change Order (ECO) Generation  Component Design (ASIC, FPGA Programming, Cables, Die Cast, Metal Extrusion, Metal Stamping, Plastic Molding, Packaging, Precision Machining, PCB, Sheet Metal Enclosures, Etc.)  Design Analysis (Electrical, Mechanical, Thermal)  Product Environmental, Regulatory (FCC, IC, CCC, CE, CSA, TUV, UL), and Reliability Testing (MTBF, HALT, HASS)  Product Cost Determination  Product Cost Reduction PROGRAM MANAGEMENT  Product Development Scheduling (Design Finalization, Prototyping, Verification, and Validation)  Manufacturing Transition (Prototype to Pilot, Launch to Ramp, Ramp to Volume Production, Facility Transfer)  Engineering Change Order Assessment and Implementation  Manufacturing Readiness Assessment  Quality Assessment (IPC, ISO, RoHS, Etc.) SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT  Supplier Sourcing (China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mexico, North America), Assessment, and Qualification  Component Sourcing and RFX  Supply Chain Development and Implementation  Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) and Material Procurement  Material & Tooling Cost Reduction  Global Hub and Distribution Logistics Establishment / Streamlining MANUFACTURING MANAGEMENT  Documentation Generation and Control  Product Assembly, Test, and Quality Process Development  Integrator and Sub-Supplier Auditing  1st Article Component Evaluation  Assembly Equipment Sourcing and Commissioning  In-Circuit Test (ICT) and Functional Test Fixture Fabrication, Software Development, and Commissioning  Thermal Screening / Reliability Test Development  Production Monitoring and Technical Support VALUE ENGINEERING  Design For Excellence (DFX)  Strategic Sourcing  Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement  Lean Six Sigma PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT MANUFACTURING MANAGEMENT VALUE ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 15. Resource Background SPECIALIZED SKILLSETS Our team of expert professionals enables your company to focus on its core competences while leveraging 4th Quadrant’s diverse range of specialized skillsets. • ASIC Design & FPGA Programming • Industrial Design • Manufacturing Engineering & Management • Mechanical Engineering (3D Modeling & Simulation) • New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineering & Management • PCB Design & Layout MULTINATIONAL OEM COMPANIES ​We have honed skillsets and acquired extensive knowledge through active roles in Product Development with / for many leading Multinational OEM companies. CONTRACT MANUFACTURERS (CM) We have focused on Value Engineering and application of best practices with the top Contract Manufacturing companies. DIRECT SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIPS ​We have established direct supplier relationships with large Semiconductor, Electronic & Electromechanical Component Manufacturers. • Product Development Engineering & Management • Product Test Engineering • Program / Project Management • Quality Engineering • Environmental, Regulatory & Reliability Test Engineering • Supply Chain Management • Value Engineering (DFX, Strategic Sourcing, Lean Manufacturing) “With over 20 years experience and +10 years in business, we have a proven and successful track record of developing ideas into products.” Skillsets, experience, and relationships are what make industry leaders! Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 16. Technical Capabilities “We provide a comprehensive array of technical capabilities essential in transforming your innovative ideas into product.” ASIC Design & FPGA Programming Industrial Design Mechanical Design PCB Design & Layout Manufacturing Engineering Test Engineering Program / Project Management Quality Engineering Reliability Engineering NPI Engineering & Management Value Engineering Supply Chain Management Key resources that accelerate Time To Market, drive Cost Reduction, and ensure Product Quality! Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 17. Manufacturing Capabilities “We provide a comprehensive array of manufacturing capabilities essential in bringing your product to market.” ASIC Fabrication PCB Fabrication PCB Assembly Sheet Metal Fabrication Metal Die CastingPrecision Machining Electro-Mechanical AssemblyMetal Stamping Cable Assemblies & Harnesses Product Packaging Plastic 3D Printing & Molding Metal Extrusion From Prototype to Pilot, Launch to Ramp, and Ramp to Volume Production! Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 18. Test Capabilities “We provide a comprehensive array of testing capabilities essential in bringing your product to market.” Flying Probe Test ICT / Functional Test Component Test Product Test Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) From Prototype to Pilot, Launch to Ramp, and Ramp to Volume Production! Highly Accelerated Stress Screen (HASS) & Life Test (HALT) Hipot Test Transportation Vibration Test We develop manufacturing, test, and quality processes to meet our customer’s requirement for mass customization, low- volume high-mix, and high-volume low-mix production. Standardized manufacturing lines enable flexible and scalable production for multiple volumes (e.g. 10 X, 100 X, 1K X, 10K X, 100K X). We innovative and advance manufacturing with the adoption of automated Go / No Go assembly and testing throughout product production. Product & Packaging Drop Test Regulatory Test Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 19. Markets Served Our customers are developing products with new emerging technologies. They span across a wide range of industries with the objective to sell their products in large global markets.​ COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS CONSUMER CLEAN TECH ENERGY (OIL) ENERGY (CHP, GAS) INDUSTRIAL (ENERGY MANAGEMENT) & (INDUSTRIAL CONTROL) MED TECH & WEARABLES Bridging the gap between product concept and commercialization! Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 20. Customers Bridging the gap between product concept and commercialization! WHO ARE OUR CUSTOMERS? Our customers are developing products with new emerging technologies. They span across a wide range of industries with the objective to sell their products in large global markets.​ MARKETS SERVED COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS CONSUMER ENERGY – CLEAN TECH, RENEWABLE, OIL & GAS, CHP (COMBINED HEATING / COOLING & POWER) INDUSTRIAL – GAMING, GAS PUMPS, METERS, TRANSPORTATION, ENERGY MANAGEMENT & INDUSTRIAL CONTROLS MEDICAL – MED TECH & WEARABLES COMPANIES SERVED The companies we service range from startup to small / medium sized corporations who are developing products with new and emerging technologies. The company's products are sold to end customers, large OEM companies, or distributors. The companies have a sound business plan and can secure the proper financing required to bring their products from concept to commercialization. GEOGRAPHIES SERVED For companies whose goal is to sell their products into large North American, European, and Asian markets, we can develop logistics channels for Direct Order Fulfillment (DOF) or Global Hub Distribution. Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential
  • 21. Connect With Us We have a proven track record in yielding tangible results! For more information about our company and the services we provide, please contact us. We look forward to speaking and meeting with you to discuss your company's requirements. To Request A Quotation (RFQ), we have a Simple 4 Step Process. 1.) Understand what your goals are. 2.) Determine what services you require. 3.) Formulate a plan and cost model that attains your objectives. 4.) Execute to plan and measure the results. STEP #1 Understand your goals. STEP #2 Determine services you require. STEP #3 Formulate plan and model. Attain your goals. STEP #4 Execute to plan. Measure results. 4th Quadrant Solutions 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. Corporate Office: 107 Coverdale Way N.E. Calgary, Alberta Canada T3K 4J5 Website: 4thQuadrant.com Ryan South, P. Eng. President Tel: 403-619-2738 Fax: 403-226-2738 Email: 4thquad@telus.net Geoff Zimmerman, P. Eng. Vice President Tel: 403-875-6658 Fax: 403-226-2738 Email: 4thquad1@telus.net Get the conversation started! Copyright © 2016 4th Quadrant Solutions Inc. All Rights Reserved. – Confidential