Our Tariff Action Plan
At Embedded One, we believe resilience in supply chains is not just about managing disruption—it’s about proactively designing smarter systems from the start. With the recently announced tariffs, we are strategically positioned to be successful as a domestic supplier of battery solutions. From low voltage and high voltage BMS to full turn-key battery packs, we have put in place a plan for success.
Here’s how we’ll ensure agility in this new trade landscape:
1. Domestic Production: Building at Home
Tariffs often hit hardest when products cross borders—especially complex assemblies with components sourced from multiple countries. To insulate ourselves and our customers from that volatility, Embedded One has maintained core manufacturing operations stateside.
Producing our product lines domestically has multiple advantages, beyond tariffs:
Shorter lead times: No overseas shipping delays.
Easier quality control: We’re able to iterate and improve faster with direct oversight.
2. Sourcing American-Made Components
We’ve taken a hard look at every part of our bill of materials (BOM) and prioritized sourcing components from U.S. manufacturers wherever possible.
This includes:
Microcontrollers and ICs from domestic fabs
Passives and electromechanical components made in the U.S.
Custom machined housings and brackets from local CNC or prototype shops
Sourcing locally mitigates risk from both tariffs and global supply shortages. And we’ve found that working with U.S. suppliers often leads to better communication, more predictable delivery schedules, and higher overall consistency.
3. Partnering with American Suppliers for Long-Term Reliability
Rather than relying on transactional relationships with overseas vendors, we’ve focused on building strong partnerships with American suppliers.
We work closely with component suppliers all within the US:
PCB fabricators
Cable and harness assembly partners
Mechanical design and tooling experts
These relationships allow for better planning, quicker problem-solving, and more customization tailored to the needs of our products—and our clients. Tariffs don’t factor in when your supply chain is this local and collaborative.
4. Pre-Purchased Inventory
Even with domestic sourcing, we know that some components are only available on the international market. That’s why Embedded One maintains a pre-purchased parts inventory for our most critical and frequently used components.
By purchasing in volume ahead of time, we:
Lock in lower prices before tariffs hit
Ensure build continuity for long-running product lines
Protect our customers from sudden BOM cost increases
We also work with clients on forecasted builds to pre-purchase inventory specific to their programs. This guarantees stability on long-term projects and gives peace of mind when market dynamics shift.
Future-Proofing Product Design
Our systems are engineered with flexibility in mind—so if a component becomes tariffed or hard to source, we’ve often designed in pin-compatible or functionally equivalent alternatives. This design philosophy, combined with domestic focus, gives our customers an edge in navigating unpredictable markets.
At Embedded One, we don't just react to tariffs—we design around them. Through domestic production, U.S. component sourcing, supplier partnerships, and pre-purchased inventory, we’ve created a system that delivers quality and stability no matter what’s happening globally.
Want to build a product line that’s built to last, not just built to ship?
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