In 2010, Craig Assembly Inc. found itself in an enviable position. The maker of injection molded quick connectors had set itself on a path to produce specialized products, and made it through the automotive downturn in good shape.
In addition, Craig Assembly had been designated as a directed supplier by automakers — meaning that carmakers told their largest suppliers to buy parts from the St. Clair, Mich., company.
Its key customers were anxious to see Craig Assembly supply parts globally, which was the part of that directed-supplier distinction that proved to be difficult. (…)
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