Case Study · Earthmoving Equipment

Australian Earthmoving OEM: Spec Lock-Down Enables Accurate 200-Piece Quote

An engineer-to-engineer checklist locked down the missing relay, Deutsch connector, and Hammond enclosure specs, enabling an accurate quote and preventing rework on the 200-piece run.

Australia · 2023 · Earthmoving Equipment harnesses

3 sample units

200-piece production batch

Full spec lock-down before sampling

Background

An Australian heavy machinery manufacturer requested quotes for several custom wire harness models, but provided incomplete technical drawings at the initial inquiry stage.

The Challenge

Missing critical specifications — relay models, Deutsch connector models, and Hammond enclosure details — prevented accurate quoting and risked production errors on the 200-piece batch.

Our Solution

We ran an engineering-to-engineering clarification process, compiling a detailed technical checklist to guide the client's internal engineers in supplying the missing specs. All requirements were locked down before sampling began.

The Result

We achieved full specification lock-down, enabling accurate quoting for 3 sample units and the 200-piece production run. Locking the specs early prevented costly rework and material delays.

Program Specifications

Sample Volume3 units
Batch Size200 pieces
ConnectorsDeutsch
EnclosuresHammond