Solectron Opens Aftermarket Services Center in Plzen, Czech Republic
June 04 2007 - 7:00AM
Business Wire
Solectron Corporation (NYSE:SLR), a leading provider of integrated
electronic supply chain services including design, manufacturing
and aftermarket services, today announced the opening of its new
facility in Plzen, Czech Republic. The operation will provide
high-tech aftermarket repair services and product fulfillment for
leading companies in computing and telecommunications. For global
technology brands, the percent of cost to repair computing,
telecommunications, wireless handsets, data storage devices and
other electronics continues to rise rapidly relative to the price
of the product. Meanwhile, these technology companies must maintain
high levels of customer satisfaction to sustain brand loyalty. Many
companies are turning to Solectron to outsource high-tech
aftermarket repair to reduce costs while maintaining or improving
customer support levels. �Consumers today have extremely high
expectations for product reliability and servicing, which means
repairs must be done right and completed fast,� said Craig London,
executive vice president, Global Services, Solectron. �Solectron
continues to lead the industry in high-tech aftermarket repair
services, and our expansion in the Czech Republic supports our
ability to meet growing needs of our customers to provide fast
turnaround repair in Europe.� Solectron�s Plzen operation
complements other high-tech aftermarket services centers in Western
and Eastern Europe, creating a comprehensive services solution for
technology companies in the region. Safe Harbor This release
contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section
27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including, but not
limited to, the�ability to successfully serve customers seeking
Solectron�s aftermarket services capabilities in the Czech
Republic. These forward-looking statements involve a number of
risks and uncertainties, and are based on current expectations,
forecasts and assumptions. Actual outcomes and results could differ
materially. These risks and uncertainties include: unanticipated
challenges relating to manufacturing medical products;�supply chain
management and logistics issues; product issues�or problems
relating to the design of the product; business disruptions; the
present and future strength of the worldwide economy overall,
and�the market for this medical product in particular; variations
in demand forecasts and orders; and our ability to retain key
personnel. For a further list and description of risks and
uncertainties, see the reports filed by Solectron with the
Securities and Exchange Commission. Solectron disclaims any
intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking
statements, whether as a result of new information, future events
or otherwise. About Solectron Solectron Corporation is one of the
world�s largest providers of complete product lifecycle services.
We offer collaborative design and new product introduction, supply
chain management, Lean manufacturing and aftermarket services such
as product warranty repair and end-of-life support to leading
customers worldwide. Solectron works with the world's premier
providers of networking, telecommunications, computing, storage,
consumer, automotive, industrial, medical, self-service automation
and aerospace and defense products. The company's industry-leading
Lean Six Sigma methodology (Solectron Production System�) provides
OEMs with quality, flexibility, innovation and cost benefits that
improve competitive advantage. Based in Milpitas, Calif., Solectron
operates in more than 20 countries on five continents and had sales
from continuing operations of $10.6 billion in fiscal 2006. For
more information, visit us at www.solectron.com. Note: SOLECTRON
and the Solectron logo are registered trademarks of Solectron
Corporation.�The Solectron Production System, SPS, and Solectron
Supply Chain Solutions Suite are also trademarks of Solectron
Corporation.�Other names mentioned are trademarks, registered
trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.
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