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Originally posted by Andy Baker
I'm not sure... but this change may actually even the playing field more.
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I agree with Andy B. For years a team with a lot of expertise in manufacturing has had an inherent advantage over those without. Now it's a trade, aquire the expertise or aquire the part. Anybody can buy a part, not everyone can make it.
I can also see the return of the dreaded BOM and spending limits in the offing. That will complicate the equation more. Do I buy it almost ready made and go over budget, or do I spend precious time and resources to make it?
Just one more engineering judgement to make.
Fun isn't it?