Choosing The Right Contract Manufacturing Partner — Why Capability, Scalability, And Sustainability Matter More Than Ever

Brett Saddoris, Technical Marketing Manager, Accumold

Selecting the right contract manufacturing organization (CMO) is a critical, long-term decision for any medical device OEM — one that extends beyond technical capabilities. Accumold, a global leader in micro molding, stresses that a successful partnership hinges on shared values, vision, and a deep commitment to quality and collaboration. With stringent regulatory requirements and long product lifecycles, switching CMOs midstream can be costly and risky, making the initial choice crucial.

At Accumold, manufacturing excellence is supported by a people-first culture. With a 24/7 operation and over 350 engaged employees, the company promotes accountability and long-term workforce stability — essential for consistency in regulated industries. Technically, Accumold offers unmatched precision, leveraging Design for Micro Molding (DfMM), in-house tooling, integrated metrology, and micro additive manufacturing to handle complex, high-tolerance components.

Scalability is a core strength. Accumold’s infrastructure supports production runs from thousands to billions, backed by automation and process control. Financial independence and operational maturity further enhance resilience through market changes. Sustainability is also embedded — both environmentally and as a long-term business philosophy — minimizing risk for OEMs over the entire product lifecycle.

Crucially, Accumold focuses on realistic alignment with OEMs, especially startups, to ensure shared expectations and mutual readiness. Cultural fit, shared mindset, and commitment to doing the right thing are as important as technical specs.

In summary, Accumold provides more than manufacturing; it offers strategic, scalable partnership built for durability, precision, and shared success — molding not just parts, but lasting OEM-CMO relationships.