oem
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) refers to a company that produces parts or subsystems that are used in another company’s final products. An OEM may provide components to be integrated into a finished product or may assemble modules that are sold under the buyer’s brand. The exact role can range from producing standard parts to building customized subsystems to the buyer’s specification.
OEM is often contrasted with Original Design Manufacturer (ODM). In an OEM arrangement, the buyer defines the
OEM relationships are common across industries such as automotive, electronics, industrial equipment, and medical devices. Examples
Quality systems and regulatory compliance frequently govern OEM suppliers. Standards such as ISO 9001 and, in