Market news, 16 September 2024
Secop proudly hosted its Supplier Day 2024 at its production plant in Tianjin, followed by an afternoon session at the prestigious “Shangri La” hotel. This important event brought together key suppliers and partners from around the world to celebrate a decade of collaboration and discuss the strategic path and innovations for the future.
The agenda was filled with insightful presentations and discussions, highlighting the importance of strong partnerships, aligning with future market trends, and recognizing the indispensable role suppliers play in Secop’s global competitiveness and growth.
Morning Session at the Tianjin Production Plant: The day began at Secop’s Tianjin production plant, where suppliers were welcomed with a recap of the company’s achievements over the past decade. Secop’s leadership offered an in-depth review of key milestones, accomplishments, and the challenges faced. Expectations for future supplier collaboration were also shared. A guided tour of the state-of-the-art production facilities followed, allowing suppliers to witness Secop’s manufacturing innovations, technological advancements, and operational efficiencies firsthand.
Afternoon Session at Hotel Shangri La: The afternoon was focused on Secop’s future strategy, technological developments, and market position, featuring key presentations:
Secop's Strategy and Future Requirements: This presentation outlined Secop’s core market segments, strategic pillars, and customer expectations, providing suppliers with a clear roadmap for the future.
New Technology and Products: Highlighting the latest trends and regulatory impacts, this session delved into advancements in compressor technology and how Secop’s product roadmap aligns with future market demands.
Production and Operational Challenges: Suppliers were informed of the importance of flexibility, Secop’s production footprint, and the operational excellence required to meet customer demands.
New Business and Supplier Requirements: Focusing on the evolving needs of the automotive and electric vehicle industries, suppliers were guided on how to meet new requirements with top-tier products and services.
Quality Requirements for Automotive and Specialized Markets: This presentation emphasized the strict quality management standards, especially for the automotive, medical, and food sectors, highlighting the importance of CNS IATF16949 compliance.
Secop’s Global Supply Chain Strategy: Suppliers were encouraged to align with Secop’s expectations for flexibility, short lead times, and excellent service to ensure mutual success.
Supplier Awards Ceremony: The event concluded with an awards ceremony recognizing suppliers for their exceptional contributions in various categories, such as:
These awards honored suppliers who demonstrated excellence in quality, innovation, and long-term partnership, contributing significantly to Secop’s success.
Supplier Success Stories: After the ceremony, suppliers shared their experiences, highlighting how their collaboration with Secop has been mutually beneficial, driving their business growth and success.
Secop’s CEO expressed, “Supplier Day 2024 is about envisioning a future where our suppliers play a pivotal role in our shared success. We are committed to fostering long-term, strategic partnerships that drive innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.”
As the event concluded, suppliers left with a clear understanding of Secop’s future direction and how they can contribute to achieving the company’s strategic goals, positioning both parties for continued success in the years ahead.
