Cinch earns recognition as a John Deere "Partner-level Supplier"
(Business News, 15 Apr 2008 )
For the third consecutive year Cinch has earned recognition as a Partner-level supplier for 2007 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. The Partner-level status is Deere & Company's highest supplier rating. The Lombard, IL -based company was selected for the honor in recognition of its dedication to providing products and service of outstanding quality as well as its commitment to continuous improvement. Company employees accepted the recognition during formal ceremonies held on February 19, 2008 in Davenport, Iowa. Cinch is a supplier of connectors and custom interconnect products to John Deere's operation at Phoenix International in Fargo, North Dakota.
Suppliers who participate in the Achieving Excellence program are evaluated annually in several key performance categories, including quality, cost management, delivery, technical support and wavelength, which is a measure of responsiveness. John Deere Supply Management created the program in 1991 to provide a supplier evaluation and feedback process that promotes continuous improvement.
