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Enabling a Data Center Leader to Achieve First-to-Market Through Agile Supply Chain Execution
Background
A Critical Need for a Reliable Mexico Partner
A global data-center infrastructure leader (“the Customer”) sought a new strategic partner to stabilize its Mexico facility after experiencing chronic delays, repeated line-down events, slow U.S.-based decision cycles, and limited on-site alignment from incumbent suppliers.
A Complex Launch Under High Pressure
At the same time, the Customer was launching a new plant, implementing new processes, developing a next-generation liquid-cooling system, and onboarding new teams — all under one mandate: be first to market.
Our Approach
An Agile Model Built for Speed
Flex-Tec mobilized its Mexico operations and supply chain to restore stability and accelerate execution:
- Integrated cross-functional teams for real-time decisions.
- Faster commercial, design & manufacturing adjustments.
- Agile workflows and roles aligned to Customer speed.
- Dedicated rapid-response model for the ramp plan.
- Seamless supplier transition restoring build stability.
Breakthrough Impact
A Successful Launch and Rapid Market Share Gain
Flex-Tec’s agile, Mexico-based model stabilized production and enabled the Customer to:
On time
100% on-time launch matching
the customer speed to market
requirements<30 days
From prototype to production
in less than 30 days+30% Volume
Scaled 30% additional volume based on
customer demand in 60 days, plus another
30% by 2026+20% Share
Captured incremental 20%
share from OEM due to
outstanding performanceAwarded
Awarded 5 additional project
releases in 2 new OEM sites
Why Flex-Tec Won
A Unique Value Proposition for High-Velocity OEMs
The partnership showcased Flex-Tec’s differentiated strengths:
Mexico-based supply chain eliminating U.S. dependency and border delays.
Aligned stakeholders enabling fast decisions and smooth NPI launches.
Agile execution with rapid iterations and real-time changes.
High stability by removing line-down risks from fragmented suppliers.
Fast ramp-up supporting aggressive growth.
Proven wire-harness expertise for complex, high-volume programs.