Foxconns

Foxconns is a term sometimes used to refer to Foxconn, the multinational electronics contract manufacturer formally known as Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd. Based in Taiwan, Foxconn is the world's largest contract electronics manufacturer, with production networks across Asia and other regions.

Founded in 1974 by Terry Gou, Foxconn began as a small plastics components maker and grew into a global manufacturing giant for major electronics brands, including Apple. Its Zhengzhou campus—often called 'iPhone City'—and other plants in Shenzhen, Chengdu, and other locations produce smartphones, tablets, computers, and other consumer electronics. The company maintains facilities in India (Tamil Nadu/Chennai region), Vietnam, the Czech Republic, Mexico, and the United States, among others. In the United States, Foxconn opened a large campus in Wisconsin as part of a broader investment strategy that included plans for LCD manufacturing; those plans have been revised over time.

Foxconn's business model centers on large-scale contract manufacturing, engineering services, and supply-chain management. It has invested in automation and robotics to improve efficiency and resilience, while expanding into integrated electronics manufacturing and related services.

Labor and governance: Foxconn has faced scrutiny over working conditions, safety issues and labor practices at certain facilities. The company has conducted audits, raised wages, and implemented safety measures in response to criticism and regulatory requirements.

Foxconns is a major but controversial player in global electronics production, with a broad footprint and evolving strategy.