2026-07-17
A procurement manager's story about learning the hard way that the cheapest option isn't always the best, especially when production deadlines are on the line. How switching to a reliable supplier like Dorman for a critical DD13 water pump saved a $15,000 production run.
Elise Novak
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2026-07-17
An insider’s look at how Dorman’s commitment to quality in driveshafts and oil coolers shapes brand perception—and why cutting corners on parts like 12x16x1 air filters can cost more than you save.
Elise Novak
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2026-07-14
A purchasing administrator shares hard-won lessons on getting quality progressive dies, CNC machined parts, and stamping car parts—even for small runs. From initial misjudgments to choosing the right partner like Dorman.
Elise Novak
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2026-07-09
A procurement manager's first-hand account of how hidden costs in automotive stamping dies, CNC car parts, and forging supply chains can blow your TCO—and how a strategic shift to integrated suppliers saved us 17% annually.
Elise Novak
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2026-07-08
A firsthand account from a quality compliance manager at an automotive stamping supplier, revealing how a focus on unit price led to costly consequences and the importance of total cost of ownership in automotive metal forming.
Elise Novak
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