Case study 2 JJ Components
Transcript: JJ Components audio case study
JJ Components is a specialist electronics company selling bespoke electronic solutions to industry and for education.
JJ trained as an electrical engineer, working for five years in an electronics company repairing components and manufacturing equipment. JJ enjoyed solving electronic problems and designed a range of bespoke solutions for the company, but didn’t really get the credit for the work. After building up close relationships with customers and identifying a niche market for these skills, JJ bought a component manufacturing system, rented a small industrial unit and began creating specialised products for industry and for education. JJ now supplies an international client base and employs two people in the assembly department. JJ took the chance to use a particular skill that was not being fully appreciated.
Business description
JJ trained as an electrical engineer and worked for five years in an electronics company. He enjoyed solving electronic problems and designed a range of bespoke solutions for the company. After building up close relationships with customers and identifying a niche market for these skills, JJ bought a large ‘pick and place’ component manufacturing system, rented a small industrial unit and began creating specialised products for industry and education. JJ now supplies an international client base and employs two people in the assembly department.
Staffing
One electrical design engineer.
Two assembly technicians.
Business requirements
Assets
Pick and place component equipment (leased).
Industrial unit (leased).
Skills
Electronic expertise.
Turnover
£280,000.
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