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According to a North America Wire Harness Market 2030 Forecast, the wire harness market in North America is expected to grow from $22.63 billion in 2022 to $34.14 billion by 2030, which is an estimated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%.
These expectations are based on a number of market conditions, from more complex automobile electrical systems (especially in EVs) to technological advancements in appliance manufacturing. Among other things, this need for wire harnesses reflects the growing size of the North America automotive market, estimated to reach $1.29 trillion by the end of the decade, which would be a 5.43% CAGR from 2019.
To meet this demand, many American businesses will have to outsource their wire harness manufacturing. Since 1986, CAI has been a leading American and global manufacturing partner by providing high-quality, cost-effective wire harnesses and other electrical component solutions to countless satisfied clients in the United States and around the world.
For American businesses, there are a number of advantages of partnering with a trusted domestic wire harness manufacturer like CAI instead of an overseas manufacturer, including:
Based in Greentown, PA, CAI offers faster and less expensive shipping to American partners, due not only to closer proximity but also to avoiding customs and import duties. Saving time and money, shorter supply chains mean lower transportation costs and businesses getting harnesses for their intended applications sooner. Domestic manufacturers offer quicker production cycles and shorter lead times as well as quicker inventory replenishment.
Compared to overseas manufacturers, CAI is less vulnerable to supply chain disruptions from international factors, such as political instability, natural disasters, and shipping strikes. Meanwhile, with a more extensive and resilient global supply chain, CAI can source internationally, giving businesses more options and access to products that can’t be sourced domestically. This also gives them greater flexibility to adjust operations to meet evolving demands and respond quickly to market changes.
It is typically easier to communicate with manufacturers in the same country. Not only is it easier to visit facilities and meet face to face but there are often fewer language and cultural barriers compared to offshore manufacturing. This leads to greater transparency and control over production processes plus easier time zone alignment.
To ensure a wire harness can be sold and used in a specific market, it’s essential that the materials, designs, and specifications used comply with local laws and standards. A proven domestic wire harness manufacturing partner should have a better understanding of the local market as well as domestic electrical requirements, ensuring your products are produced in compliance with all applicable regulations. Domestic partners are also more adaptable and responsive to shifting market demands, so it’s easier to make changes to product design or specifications quickly when necessary.
American manufacturers are likely to have stricter quality control standards compared to those in other countries, leading to better processes and finished products. Domestic manufacturing partners are easier to visit and inspect their facilities, ensuring proper quality control.
Some domestic customers prefer purchasing goods that are “made in America,” which makes sourcing parts from domestic manufacturers a valuable asset for American brands to tout in their own marketing.
Partnering with a domestic manufacturer offers numerous logistical, financial, and branding benefits. For over 35 years, CAI has provided high-quality custom wire harnesses and other electrical components to businesses in their home country as well as internationally.
Boasting a superior logistic model, CAI is committed to manufacturing products that meet and exceed the highest expectations of their clientele while delivering a personalized experience that puts the customer and their unique needs first. Reach out to us today with your unique wire harness needs.