Sourcing is very important and critical function for Awal Gulf. Different agencies participate during the entire product life cycle.
It starts as early as early vendor introduction when the product is in concept stage. Strategically important sources with a potential of developing relationship into strategic alliances are finalised during this step. Quantum of outsourcing work and nature of technology to be developed decides the corresponding development agency.
Quality assurance plays an important role in establishing quality of new parts developed. It also keeps vigilance for maintaining consistency in regular suppliers. Cost is an important parameter of our business model. In recent past, Macro level parameters such as commodity prices, oil prices, fluctuations in foreign exchange rates and slacking domestic demand has resulted into tremendous pressure on product costing.
At appropriate phase, respective agencies co-ordinate for fulfilling on field spare part requirements, both local and overseas.
The below/above link will enable you to get an idea of the Supplier Evaluation/Selection process at Awal Gulf.
